Day 6

On today's episode...

The day started off very slowly for some, with Emily's nap at the toaster leading to the tragic loss of many a slice of toast. 

It was our last day officially teaching in St. George's, but as we've enjoyed our time with the kids so much we will definitely be visiting them during break times to play. We made friendship bracelets with the masses of wool brought over. Watching the children discover all the ways they could use the different colours and beads (or beans/stones as they were called) was fascinating. It was beautiful to be able to see the creative process happening in their heads, as well as their creativity. 

We came back to St. Joseph's with plaited bracelets up to our elbows. Many students wrote thank you cards to individual girls they had connected with during the week, which absolutely melted our hearts. 

After a quick turn around we started for the Hope Foundation Café for lunch. The cafe was set up to give (disadvantaged people) a chance to learn invaluable life skills and gain experience in a professional working environment. We were ecstatic to see western food on the menu, (safe to say) there were cheese toasties and chips all round. 

The Hope Foundation also coordinate a small boutique, which all 18 of us descended upon with great enthusiasm. I'm sure they were very glad to see us indeed (especially Mrs. Hackett, who revealed herself to be quite the shopaholic!) 

After this we were taken to the hospital run by the Hope Foundation. We were taken on a quick tour but unfortunately didn't have the opportunity to speak to patients individually for very long. However, seeing the ambulance bought by the heroic fundraising of Ms. Mooney made us feel exceptionally proud to be one of her students in Killiney. 

The ride home in our very own air conditioned private bus (no sweaty men in sight!!) was spectacular. If Kolkata traffic is unnerving during daylight, in the evening it's another experience entirely! 

Tomorrow we have the luxury of a much needed Saturday lie in, a whole two hours before we embark on a cultural tour of the city. 

Until next time folks!!