Today we were greeted by an arch of around fifty 10-16 year olds handing us flowers as we walked past. The other students lined up to sing their national anthem. We played two matches of cricket one against the Sri Lankans and the other mixed. We lost to the better team... not to our surprise. We met loads of lovely people and got shot down by the commentator. After the matches we danced and gave gifts to the school such as new cricket bats as theirs were bent, footballs, tennis balls and food.
We were told about a surprise on the way to the hotel. When we got off the minibus we were greeted by the 'Snake Man', he was working on an anti venom for the Sri Lankan citizens by putting his life in danger everyday. He sells the anti venom for free. We were all given the chance to hold and stroke the snakes. There were many species of snakes we could hold like, cat snake, cobra, albino cobra. Some even put the snakes around their necks!!
After going back to the hotel for lunch and a quick change after the busy and hot morning we ventured out for a wild life safari which was the most phenomenal experience for us all. There were three jeeps of 6 and the roofs were open so we could stand up and look out. The 'roads' were so fun to go down because there were SO many potholes and dips!! We came across monkeys, peacocks, foxes, a huge squirrel and herds of elephants. We then stopped by the lake and took some majestic photos ;) Then we raced home along side with the sunset.
We are looking forward a peaceful night preparing for the long drive tomorrow and the exciting days ahead working with the school children.
Hi Ryan, Looks and sounds like your all having a great time. Missing you lots, tears in my eyes everytime I read the blog. School team won their football so your through to the next round of the district cup. Hope your not drinking the water, Izzy is looking after your bedroom for you ! How jealous we are of all that your doing, glad you didn't eat the mouldy coconut. We look forward to reading the next instalment. Lots of Love mum, dad and Izzy. xxx
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ReplyDeleteSounds like all of you are having a fantastic time. Did you hold a snake? Hope you managed to smuggle an elephant away for me yesterday. Keep taking loads of photos. Love & miss you.
Mummy & Daddy xox
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Hi Fiona, first the good news, Chelsea beat Man City 2-1 Torres scored in the 89th minute. Sunday dinner was good (even if I say so myself!) but we missed you. You all sound like you're having the best time, hope you are taking loads of pictures (especially the squirrels!) we look forward to reading a comment from you (hint, hint!) love to all mummy, daddy, suzie, alfie, meggie and macy xxxxxx
ReplyDeleteHellooooooo! Having the most amazing time EVER, wish you were here! Sorry you didn't get a hello in the first blog post my comment was lost :( Anyways good to hear that Chelsea won!!! See you soon (even though I don't want to come home) Missing you all lots!
DeletePs: I had a snake around my neck! Touched an elephant! Eating lots of spicy stuff! Been on a safari in SRI LANKA! Played cricket with Sri Lankan children and so much more! Can't wait to tell you about everything!!
Love you Fiona xxxxx
Hi Sameena
ReplyDeleteWow. Another day full of new experiences. Hope you are not getting too tired. It is not the same without you and we are missing you, but we know that you are having experiences that you will remember forever. Dad left you a comment on the day 2 blog and also we are wondering if you found the postcards we left in your suitcase!!
Love you lots. Mum, Dad and Kamran
Hello fammalam and grandparents!!!! your postcards make my day along with this amazing blog. i sit and read the pot for the day before i sleep each day however feel a bit left down that no on of you have cryed yet! COME ON RAMSDENS SHOW YOUR EMOTIONS! We had a bit of a scare tonight lost my camera but we all are working as a team if anyone i ever having problems it like i am with my new family! ( i found the camera by the way) Please tell nico that i miss her and the girls. Grandmamaaa and Grandaddad i miss you and very proud that you managed to get to the blog with help of Gerald!
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Hi Immy!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your message! Loco is fine, thanks for asking about the rest of your family! I hope the snakes didn’t bite you! The baby elephants must have been very cute! I hope you wernt rubbish at cricket… Half term is good and we are looking forward to seeing you soon and hearing more about your trip!
Lots of Love Ella, Becky, Mum, Papi, Auntie Sarah and Uncle Gary (of course not forgetting Loco!) xxx
hi, Felix, glad that you are enjoying yourseld, dont forget Georgie ! I see that you have been to a number of places your Mum and I did when we got married on the beach there. - Good times :0)
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thanks dad, its nice to finally put a place and picture to the stories. i have taken loads of pictures and cant wait to show you all.see you when i get back.
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Hi Lavin
ReplyDeleteWe miss you a lot. Nothing is the same without you. Today Aryaan was asking? when is Lavin coming back?!!
We're following your journey every night and looking forward to see new photos. We love you lots and so proud of you. Mum, dad and Aryaan