The chatter at breakfast was not the same. It was obvious that we were feeling a bit melancholy about it being our last day in Shongweni. Devotions were at the house again this morning, and the excitement started to fill our veins once the first batch of Dakka was mixed.  Dakka! Dakka Dakka! Oy! Oy! Oy!

The house build had more team members since the playground build was done and they were able to join in on the house.  Four more courses along the exterior wall were installed and the exterior walls were finished up with bag washing.  At one point during the day Nomusa came by to her see her new home and she literally hugged one of the walls as she squealed with excitement. Seeing that made our sore backs and blisters on our hands all worth it.  The house is pretty much completed, all that needs to be done is the installation of two interior walls and the roof.  Fani will be finishing up the project and Nomusa and her children should be moving in in about 10 days. 

Ready for the roof!

Counseling met with the women's group for the last time and did therapy with the same little girl that was mentioned yesterday.  A report will be written up and given to the social worker to hopefully get this little girl the help she needs. A meeting was also held with the Pastor to update him on the needs of the community.

Vacation Bible School focused on the Easter story. The children made a butterfly craft to represent the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Due to a rally that the community had at the church, for safety purposes, the creche had a lock down, so the children could play peacefully.  Therefore that affected the VBS plans a little bit. Next week will be the last week of VBS, so hopefully just as many children can attend if not more, to learn about Jesus. Overall it was a very successful week and the children have learned a lot. 

We only had a half work day so that we could visit the Hillcrest Aids Center in the afternoon. Having to say our goodbye's was tough. Many new friendships and bonds have been made, but thank goodness for Facebook and email the connections will last a lifetime. 

Our final dinner in Durban was at Butcher Boys - a local favorite.  Exotic meats and delicious steaks filled our bellies as we laughed and reminisced about our week. It has been an amazing experience and has left us all with memories that will last forever.

We are excited to begin our quest for the Big Five at Impela Game Preserve.  We head out early in the morning and it will be a few days before we can update this blog again. Unless of the course the Lions have Internet connection.  Salagahle (Stay Well)