Today was a low key day. We are again exercising our skills in flexibility. Colleen's surgery has been scheduled, so Tim will be leaving soon to be in Canada with her. Logan will now be the Director's Liaison here in Uganda. The 3 interns along with the house staff will be holding down the fort and keeping things running for a little while. We rejoice in the good health reports so far and continue to be prayerful and hopeful for a successful surgery.
Our trip to the village was postponed one day while Tim sorted out his travel details and has been preparing to be away. So for today, we did a little bit of touring and shopping. We started with a nice little jaunt to Merchison Bay School in Bukasa. The headmistress showed us around the compound and the students welcomed us with an endearing musical performance. The next stop was Heritage International School. Tim and Colleen started this school many years ago, and the school has grown considerably over the years. Enrollment is now up to 340 students, including grandchildren of President Musevini and the Prime Minister, as well as children/grandchildren of other dignitaries. Many of the teachers come from all different countries, backgrounds, and ethnicities. All Stevenson family members have been involved in the planning and building of a chapel at Heritage in memory of Tim's father. The building progress has come a long way since we were here two years ago but also has a long way to go. The school recently purchased additional acreage for sports ministry expansion.
After a nice and relaxed lunch at the house, we spent plenty of money at the Banana Boat, a nice souvenir shop in the mall. We all look forward to sharing our mementos and gifts. Moses bought a microphone, but refused to sing karaoke when asked. The microphone was not from the Banana Boat and it was for his church. We hope you like your gifts because all purchases are final. For dinner we went to a fancy Chinese restaurant and celebrated Tim's birthday tomorrow. It did seem at times like an awkward family photo come to life. Tim and Logan were the mature ones, fighting with their chopsticks. The food was delicious. Thank you, Tim, for picking up the check at your own party.
We continue to find bonding experiences with each other. It has been a pleasure to have three additional team members: interns Colleen, Madison, and Anna. We look forward to more relationship building in the village tomorrow and Sunday.
Nighty night.
Kelsey and Laura
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