Tuesday, June 8--Day 6

This is from Miss Latt and Mrs. Fleming.

Today we went to the district of Sigatoka and the village of Cuvu (thuvu)
First we went to the ceremony where the chief had to approve our entrance into the village. He welcomed us, thanked us for our gifts of groceries and blessed us. From there we headed off to Nadroga Navosa Provencial High School. This was a beautiful location overlooking the ocean. Though it was blistering hot, there was also a cool breeze. The students sat in the sun while we sang in the shade. There were ages 14-18. We sang a full program--both Gina and Missy got to sing their solos. they did a beautiful job. Lauren Marrs also sang the opening solo in Shine on Us. It was a full program where we sang a lot of songs because we were able to plug our sound system in. Testimonies were given today by Robby, Emilee, Alec and Gina. Missy also shared before her solo. They listened intently.

Then we went back to the village green to sing for some people. The men were sitting and drinking kava. We took one look at it and said, "no thanks." Wow, was it muddy looking.

It was now 2:00 and we were "starving". We went back to Chicken Express and had a healthy serving of chicken and fries. EWe treated the kids to ice cream at a local supermarket. Once they had ice cream we returned to the hotel. It was around an hour drive, but it was beautiful.

We observed homes on the water. There were pine trees. This area was called the salad bowl, where all of the fresh fruit and vegetables are grown. Can you believe they pay NO property tax unless there are in town.

Tonight we are going to Pastor Paula and Frane's house to enjoy her cooking and receive our handmade jewelry from Frane. Tomorrow we will sing for two schools in the morning and spend the afternoon shopping (gifts for you, no doubt).! Yeah, souvenir time--I am going through shopping withdrawals. I also severely cut back on diet coke. Just a few headaches later...I am doing well. Thanks for your prayers. I feel better, as does Travis. Keith had a great time surfing yesterday--an answer to prayer.

I am so pleased with all of the kids. Christina Saeed had a great servant's heart today. Miss Latt is so impressed to see them as mature young adults. They really are "good" kids, my kids and yours. You have done a great job!

We probably won't write again. We will be home before you know it!
Thank you for your love and support. What a great trip this has been.