David, an international volunteer, was celebrating his 21st birthday in Arua. Derek, the son of our African mother (Janet- who makes us amazing food and makes sure our clothes are clean), was celebrating his 6th birthday. We had a joint birthday party at Janet’s home… and what a birthday party it was! We had a feast of Northern African food- posho, rice, chipatti, beef machomo, dodo, chicken, cabbage, beans, popcorn and g-nuts, fruits, homemade passion fruit juice (David’s favorite). The cake was adorable and David and Derek loved it! The candles were probably as big as Derek was! It was great. The cake was cut and Derek distributed the pieces to everyone. He carried a plate full of pieces and each person took one with their hands. After cake, the dancing began. Throughout the day, we met the relatives and neighbors of Janet. There were many neighborhood children (as young as 2 months), a few adults, and one elderly woman who could out dance any of us! We had so much fun. It was so nice to feel like members of this family and neighborhood. Everyone is Arua is so welcoming. I love Arua. Its my favorite place in Uganda, which is good because it is my home for the next nine months. The pictures below tell a better story... I hope you enjoy as much as we did!
Janet and I preparing for guests
Having a good time!
The children enjoying the cake
The 2-month old and myself
The fabulous feast!
The cake with extra large candles!
David and I and our favorite beers
The dancing kings
The birthday boys and their cake... just for them!
