I was playing with the younger kids one day at school when this truck pulled up across the street. The headmaster went over to talk to the driver, then whistled to the kids. All the boys jumped up and ran over to help the man unload the building supplies. They worked as a team and cleared the truck in minutes. I'm pretty sure I didn't hear anything like a whine or compliant about helping...
We were often struck and warmed by how affectionate most Malawians are with each other. We were especially shocked to see how touchy the boys and men are with each other. It was so nice to see how they used touch in platonic ways.
This mural was painted on the wall of a school privy. It just cracked me up...
The first time Brett did this the kids were totally freaked - especially the one upside down. But once the first little boy made it through alive and then giggled and asked for more, the kids started lining up for their turn.
Another wonderful example of the resourcefulness born of need and lack of resources... this boy's soccer ball is made of a plastic grocery bag full of newspaper. We saw these balls at every school and we saw serious games played with them.
The children there are so gorgeous! You both seem to have such am increadible connection with them! I can't wait to sit down and talk with you both and hear more stories first hand! I love that you experienced this all together and will hold this close to your hearts forever.
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