Well, we are on day 5 of our trip - about half over for the PHF part (many are continuing on to travel on their own after our journey ends), and I thought I would add some comments about the experience so far.
First off, I have to say, as "den mother," that every single person on the trip is amazing! The enthusiasm, willingness to try anything, professionalism, and energy everyone exhibits is wonderful. We work together and we laugh - a lot - together.
I think everyone has had a moment (or several) where the enormity of what we are doing has hit them. There have been times of tears and of serious reflection as we recognize the gift that education is to the children and teachers of Tanzania.
We have learned patience as we sit and wait for food in restaurants -- the Tanzanians do not prepare anything in advance in order to avoid any waste at all, so meals take a long time to come to the table. We have learned to appreciate the smiles of small children who wave as we drive or walk by.
Already it seems we have been here so long, and we still have so much more to do!
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