After a rest and settle at Red Chilli we took the volunteers to Benedicta's to meet the whole family and to give a tour of the orphanage and of course to be bombarded by the children. Almost immediately the girls were flavour of the month. Sim struggled to get a look in, they were so popular. By our departure Sim, Abby and Helen were exhausted and very very dirty. I haven't seen the girls so happy and excited for such a long time. Pure joy. We bought sodas for all which cost us £2.50 for 10. The pictures with red tongues might explain why Margaret is hyper today. It doesn't describe her general liveliness though.
This evening we ate with an old friend Richard. He works with street children in Kampala City. On Oct 26th he has organised an event for many street children. At the event they will deal with nutrition and medical care. He needs to cover the costs of medical provision of 6 doctors. I can't help myself. I offered to cover the cost of the HIV/Aids testing. So when I return to UK expect me to come knocking I need so much money. These children are aged 13-17 and live in a slum the like you've never seen. I have never been allowed to visit the Kisenyi slum because it is too dangerous. Richard works with the street children that inhabit these slums. There main difficulty with this event is providing the healthcare project. I've pledged to cover £600. So if you are interested in helping us please make a donation on the possibilities website.
Whenever we visit Red Chilli Evelyn provides most of our craft items. This evening I had the privilege of meeting Margaret who is one of the disadvantaged ladies who stitches and sews and sticks and makes the most exquisite of craft items.
Today was a day of introductions and although this is very important work it doesn't make for too many words on a blog.
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