The past two nights I have been able to spend in a luxurious hotel that would cost at least $200 a night in America and only cost me $50.. it has beautiful, comfortable beds.. extremely hot water, internet access, a pool, a lake-side view.. just stunning. I am sharing it with Olivia, one of the other Americans.. she sadly has to return home on Friday because of work.. she's my favorite..
Anyways, we've had to stay because Fr. Simon's fathers 10 year memorial service (10 years after he's passed) is next week and things had to be arranged here in Mwanza, which is 5 hours from our home village. This memorial service seems like a very big deal.. I even purchased an African dress today to look more appropriate.. and who knows, maybe I will get braids before then, too! :P Try to fit in better and all that.. I am very excited for this memorial service, not only because it will be a huge party, but because I think it will help me heal with my struggle with death even further.. Africans do not mourn for long amounts of time.. they celebrate! Like wakes, sort of? I think..
We went shopping and touring around today with Fr.'s niece who lives here, while he did his errands. It was very nice. I got some amazing photos, which will sadly have to wait until I return home due to the lack of good internet.
I drank my first African beer today! It was delicious. I also learned that the language barrier has nothing on me.. because laughter is universal.. Fr. Simon's niece spoke good English, but other family members that we met up with for dinner did not.. but I told good enough stories that they all just laughed and laughed.. It was wonderful :)
I can't think of much else to comment on right this second.. Tomorrow, we head back on the long and crazy journey home.. hopefully I will be moving to my permanent place here soon.
I will try to keep you updated! xoxo
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