JUST HAVING FUN

Summer: Over much of South Africa, summer (mid-October to mid-February) is characterised by hot, sunny weather - often with afternoon thunderstorms that clear quickly, leaving a warm, earthy, uniquely African smell in the air. Summer is coming and it is nicely warming up here. The kids are anxious to go swimming!! I was told to wait until the first rainfall (it has only rained once since we have been here). So we headed for the back yard for some sprinkler fun (Hiding our fun so the neighbors don't think we are crazy!!)This Saturday - Maddie has her Soapbox Derby Fundraiser at school. She is so excited. She was able to raise enough money to purchase parts for 3 cars!! (because of all her fundraising she also won a free dinner to one of the local restraunts here!!) Thank you to all of you that donated. She really thought that was special. I will be sure to post pictures of the fun event!!