I can't believe this trip is quickly coming to an end. We had a busy last few days. On Sunday we took a little break to raft the Nile. The class 4 and 5+ rapids were exhilarating! It was a nice change of pace before our next two days at the New Hope orphanage in Entebbe. The days we spent there were by far the most challenging for me. It is hard to know where to start. The conditions these children are living in are horrible, they can't keep teachers staffed, they had no running water (until we provided a well for them with grant money), they currently have no electricity, I am not sure what they are teaching with as there aren't any books or teaching materials around, many of the kids were sick, the squat bathrooms were disgusting, and the sleeping quarters are overcrowded. Thanks to Breakdance Project Uganda, we were able to brighten their spirits yesterday. The kids lit up when the crew arrived. I am so grateful that they have agreed to continue returning to the orphanage on a regular basis to work with the children. Such an inspiring crew!
The boy's dorm room. They sleep triple stacked with mosquito nets. From what I could see, all of the kid's possessions are kept in their beds.
Abrams is amazing. I could watch him teach for hours.
This was my group learning the six step.
One of the groups showing the rest their new moves.
The charming BPU crew. Love these guys!
Some of the boys practicing their baby freezes
The orphanage kitchen is behind that pile of twigs
This is the school's library....
Beautiful view out the school house window. Despite the poverty, there's a lot of beauty in Uganda. The people we have met and many of the sights we have seen are wonderful. I will miss many moments here.
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