In the last month, we unfortunately learned that Peace Corps will not be replacing us with new volunteers. Although they equip us with state of the art GPS, a satellite phone, life jackets and a cell phone, after three years they've decided our unpredictable boat situation is too risky. At this point we agree with their decision, but of course the village is deeply disappointed.
The school compost latrine project coming along nicely.
We also celebrated Mother's Day in the village on May 18. Melissa was promoted this year to play the queen in the annual Mother's Day play in church. Although technically she was demoted because her previous part for the last 2 years as the King's servant actually had lines...2 to be exact.
All the mothers of Lomanikaya.
Melissa with Salote and Ana giving a performance of a lifetime :)
As our departure date is approaching the villagers have become more sentimental and we find visitor coming by more often for tea, chatting, and even dinner- We actually just introduced our chief to chicken tacos..His reaction " ooh, na tokoo is nice."
We also have been trying to teach computer lessons as often as we can. This year we are combining our efforts so one of us can focus on individual typing lessons while the other gives an environmental or heal
th lesson to the rest of the class.Melissa with Talica and Jone, sixth graders.
The best surprise this last month was our associate pastor naming his daughter after us and bringing her home in May. Melissa Loganbill Naivau was born April 28, 2008 weighing 3.8 Kg. She is just beautiful and we are so honored.
Melissa, holding Melissa, with Drew.
