Final Post

The engineers finally showed up with the cement blocks that we needed to complete the stairs, so we spent the morning carrying blocks and finishing the front part of the stairs. The stairs are coming along, but unfortunately we have to leave them unfinished for Orkeeswa and another group to do when we leave. After our favorite lunch of rice and beans, we worked a little bit more and then challenged Orkeeswa to a rematch basketball game. This time, we won 25-18! It was a very fun way to end our time with the Orkeeswa students.

Final Tanzania Photos

At the end of the day, we had a goodbye ceremony. The Orkeeswa girls sang a Maasai song for us and then the boys tried to match them with their own routine. A few people from each school spoke and then we finished with the traditional Groton handshake. Although it was very sad, it was a good way to make sure we can say goodbye to every person who we might not see again. Everyone gave and received cards and jewelry with the students and got all the necessary contact information.

We are all very sad to leave Orkeeswa but very excited to come back home to warm showers and the food we’re used to. See you soon!

-Kelsey