Saturday, September 15, 2012
The Children Of South Africa
By now most of you know I live in South Africa. I love South Africa. I specifically love the children of South Africa. Their eyes and smiles are so full of hope. These are two 3rd grade children at Diepsloot Combined School. I teach basic English to a group of six.
Every time I come, they are filled with enthusiasm. Their classrooms are dismal with broken windows and wires hanging from the ceiling. Their highlight of the week is when volunteers come to visit. They ask so many questions. When I felt disappointed or confused my grandmother used to say "where there is a will, there is a way." This is a quote I keep close to my heart. When I see these children I think about all they have to endure just to get to school that day. They endure violence, hunger and sometimes ridicule from others. They have the will to make it to school and find a way no matter what.
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Dear Mary:
ReplyDeleteThank you for posting such a beautiful picture. These children are blessed to have you as an educator/ facilitator in their lives. I can truly relate to their daily struggle to make it safe to school, because I grew up in the Middle East in 1970's during the civil war. There were days I would hide behind the cars or in an alley fearing from the sounds of the bullets flying in the air. Yes, these children struggle on daily basis to come to school and learn from a great teacher like you. I will pray for the safety of all the children and you as well. Many blessings you way Mary.
Marijan K.
Mary your post was very informative to read. Thank you for the small look inside of one of South Africa's schools. The children look so beautiful and excited to learn. I can't wait to see more of your posts.
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