The shots

I couldn't believe how well the kids took getting the shots. Only two really cried. I couldn't even watch, what a weenie I am. It was really quick and then the nurse working with Ann explained proper teeth brushing techniques in French. That is the last time I will see the kids. However, I know Katie will continue you this next year and I am going to organize donations from the US.

Last Orphanage visit

Ann had the great idea to use the funds we raised to get vaccinations for the orphans. This round we get tetanus and meningitis. While there we distributed toothbrushes and toothpaste that Katie got donated from back home in Michigan. One of the ladies who works there had her little daughter, Francine, and we all clamored to hold her. She fell asleep on Katie, irresistible.

We also gave out little booklets in French that are about a gorilla named Koko. It is to help educate the kids about not eating bush meat. Gorillas are endangered here and there is still poaching going on.

Kids in their glory

Something that is different than American Proms is the the kids all get shots together in different groups. Many of them spent most of the night posing instead of dancing. This shot is of the seniors.

Prom 2008

We chaperoned Prom last weekend. It was at the American Embassy. Pete and I worked 'security' at the front entrance. It was fun checking their names off the list and getting the first view of the kids all dressed up. It was not fun explaining that they could not bring in cameras or cell phones with camera because of security reasons.

Ahhh... the romance

Beautiful sunsets.... the roaring waves... no seagulls. Ahhh.... wait... what is that off in the distance? It's an oil tanker!

Why go out shopping when the merchandise comes to you? In Kribi men walk up and down the beach all day with things like necklaces, masks, statues, and paintings. A hard way to make a living when no one is buying.

Last beach trip

A few weeks ago we took out last beach trip to Kribi. It was a nice large group and we all had a nice time together. Pete got roasted the first day so it was nice when there was a huge rain storm the second day. The water might be murky, but it is warm like bath water. That is our friends' youngest son, great shot huh? I will definitely miss the beaches here!

Potluck Party

We had a send off for friends, Sandrine and Dgybi, who went back to France early. Everyone brought some yummy food and we got to say our goodbyes. They are expecting a baby and were eager to get back to family and friends. Peter and I are with the lucky couple. I am with Kristie in the other shot.

Sill Here

I know, I know... I haven't blogged in a long time. Our camera broke so I had no photos to post and the photos are the thing everyone is interested in anyways. Luckily Katie kindly let me get some of her photos. We have less than a month to go. Mixed emotions, really ready to go, but sad to leave the excellent friends we have made.