First of all, on Friday morning I awoke to pouring rain (which is a good thing because it brings cool air) and for the first time, I had to wear a SWEATER! Ahhh…it was such a nice treat. Some of the kids arrived at school with hats, winter jackets and big sweaters. It was hilarious to see what they thought was really cold.
We decided to treat ourselves this weekend so Amy booked us a night at the Kavango River Lodge in Rundu. To make it even better, Karen, one of the volunteers in the central north, took the two day journey to join us.
Kavango River Lodge is a luxury accommodation right on the Kavango River and it was superb. When we got into our room, we were like giddy children. Sofa, television, flushing toilet, hot water, air conditioning and NO BUGS! We ate an amazing dinner on a patio overlooking the river and watched the sunset. Then we had a glorious sleep in comfy beds with plush comforters while the air conditioning blasted! Needless to say, I did not want to leave. For the first time since I have arrived here, I felt like a tourist and it was a great feeling. Even better was that it all cost less than $100 CAD. We have booked ourselves 2 nights there in March to give us something to look forward to!
When I got back from Rundu, my frisbee friends were waiting for me under the tree behind my house. We headed down to the river and hung out a bit. They taught me more Rukwangali words, I took photos of them and watched them go for a swim. I truly enjoy them (except when they are yelling ‘MADAM’ at my window while I am napping!) because it gives me an opportunity to interact with younger kids. Their innocence is beautiful and they are so full of joy. The simplest things make them laugh.
Happy to say that I am relaxed and ready for another week… 🙂
Dale
Feb 28, 2011 @ 03:01:19
Well Missy was I every happy to hear you had a little “ME” time for yourself. Again entranced with your beautiful stories. I can just hear your giddy laughter and see you all thoroughly embracing and enjoying a well deserved treat ! The pictures are lovely . Thanks for sharing.
Love Dale xoxoxo
Jason Martorino
Feb 28, 2011 @ 11:29:55
Wow. The resort weekend sounds great. Making me look forward to my upcoming week in Cuba! Love the pic of your little friends down by the water. It’s gorgeous!
Dad and Jan and Molly J
Feb 28, 2011 @ 11:46:18
Oh We are so excited for you Tan. I can only imagine how that lap of luxury felt for you. WOW you guys must have been in heaven. You look wonderful Tan. We are so glad to see you healthy, smiling and enjoying yourself. I just love your Frizbee Team, they are adorable…..Cheers Cheers Cheers. xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxxoxoxoxoxoxooxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxooxoxoxoxoxo Daddy and Jan
Karen McGee
Feb 28, 2011 @ 12:52:56
love this post! what a great weekend 🙂
Agnes Moniz
Feb 28, 2011 @ 17:55:34
I was so happy to see you smiling, Those pictures of the kids are so cute.
Glad to hear you got some ME time as well, the hotel sounds lovely and it must have been hard to leave it. Happy to know you will be going back for another treat yourself. GOOD for you Tanya.
I can not beleive how the kids came to school dressed, omg if they really knew what cold was hahahahaha.
All is guda at the Moniz place, missing you a lot and can’t tell you how much I enjoy reading your blog.
take care sweetie
love you tons
Mrs. M
Angelina
Feb 28, 2011 @ 19:17:48
Hi Missy,
So you spoiled yourself over the week end…….good for you……it must be great to sleep in a comfy room with air cond and no little creepy crawlies!!!
Your frisbee friends are gorgeous……..have a great week…..love……Angelina : )
Jamie
Feb 28, 2011 @ 21:23:29
I hope you know that we will ALLLLLLLLLLL want to see your newly acquired frisbee skills in action when you get home! LOL
Well I know I will !!!
Glad you are really getting to know all the kiddies, not just the ones you teach!
Yay for the lux night out. You deserve it!
xox
Kelly
Mar 01, 2011 @ 16:04:54
Hi Tanya,
So glad that you splurged and treated yourself! You totally deserve it!
Maybe, when you get back you can start an ultimate frisbee league! Lol 🙂
Don’t work too hard 😛
Love,
Kelly