Team 1 headed home on Sunday for some much needed rest while Chara and I welcomed Team 2.
Auntie Lisa, Auntie Jocie,Uncle Graham, and Uncle Scott returned while Auntie Marisa is joining us for the first time.
Our theme this week is Plants. For 2 days I led the group as we learned about what plants need, how they grow, and how to take care of them. We did a number of plant experiments and we are anxiously waiting for our seeds to sprout.
Today we visited a farm in the hills above Castries owned by the Thomas family. They are committed to preserving and promoting the Creole ways and culture. We learned about plants that grow from seeds, grafting. and sprouts. We also learned how plants can be irrigated, cross pollinated, and harvested.
The campers were given a demonstration of a 2 story saw mill and several worked the bottom handle as they tried to cut through a very large mahogany log. They also helped make cassava bread, tasted freshly squeezed lime juice and learned 3 creole dances.
Returning to the village we enjoyed chicken hot dogs cooked by Sandra and Joanna. Tomorrow we will review the questionaire that kept the junior leaders busy on the trip and continue our plant unit with a number of activities.
Things have settled down well at camp and we are expecting our final new camper tomorrow. August 1 is a national holiday here and a few campers will be visiting with family in other parts of the island. For us it will be a regular camp day with women's mentoring at night.
Please continue to pray for health, energy and patience for the team as well as peace and provision in the village.
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