Monday 29 June 2009
Latest update Mon 29th June
Hey!!
Just an update on the past two days June 25th & 26th. It’s Rebecca, Riza, Ashley & Emily writing this today everyone else is either showering or cooking tea!
June 25th
Started off the day with showers and breakfast, the usual bread and cereal. Then later in the morning the youth club was doing cooking lessons and arts and crafts so we all joined in. Rebecca and Shana helped Mrs Williams make traditional Caribbean food… yes Shana actually cooked! Everyone else spent time making beaded necklaces and bracelets, Riza was getting annoyed because he couldn’t thread the beads lol.
Then later on in the day we went on a boat called the floating classroom, to be educated on the marine life and how it’s affected by pollution. We got to see a fleet of dolphins and a sperm whale which was amazing. Barbara wasn’t sick on a boat for once (neither was Becky to everyone’s surprise after the plane incident). The boat crew was so nice to let us on as guests and even gave us some food at the end.
Later on that night was relaxed but everyone’s getting bored of playing go fish (renamed go whale with Matts amazing finger actions) Riza’s game is too complicated for us lol.
The weather is still hot but it rained (hallelujah!)
Never thought 11 brits would be so happy to see rain.
No tans but still lots of sunburn (minus Becky still grrrr)
Lauren vs. Annie Is still on going for bug bites, Annie counted 40 bites this morning, still no update on Lauren. Everyone else is still getting tiny midge bites.
June 26th
This morning woke up did normal routine then headed off into Roseau town to buy paints for the Alpha Centre. Then we walked up a big fat hill in the HOT HOT weather until we reached the Alpha Centre. We split into teams half of us painted the centre and half worked with the kids. Riza met up with his friend Tyrone again and taught him how to chat up a girl!! Everyone later on stood up and started dancing, we love Caribbean music it’s funky.
Serish was drawing henna on the kitchen cupboard doors and Emily left with more paint on her than the walls. Then we headed down to a local café and had bakes, fried chicken, chips and MASSIVE cold drinks.
Later on we caught a bus (16 seater mini van) to Champagne beach. A full pebbled beach is not good on your feet just wanted some good old sand (made us miss Blackpool, who would have ever thought). Some of us tried snorkeling and found it amazing - so many different types of fish just swimming around us.
Came back and now we are writing this blog. Has been a long day and can’t wait for food.
Riza tanned and everyone else burned! With Ashley coming off worst with factor 50.
Update on Lauren vs. Annie, Annie has 40+ bites with some she cannot count, and Lauren is hitting the 30 mark. Still got 2 more weeks though.
June 27th: Emily here.
Woke up at 7am to get ready for a hike, had breakfast and showered. Some students (Emily, Serish, Matt) went into town before the hike to do some shopping.
We got a bus to a national park then hiked to the Boeri Lake with the students from Dominica College. It was a 45 min walk up steep hills through dense jungle. Some people slipped but only a few falls. The lake was beautiful and Matt, Riza and Annie jumped into the lake and had a swim. Riza said the water was 0 degrees. I doubt it haha, not in the Caribbean.
After walking back (tired and wet from the rain) via the Freshwater Lake we went to a spa to check out the natural boiling springs in the ground. Planning a trip there for treatments soon :] .
Got back and had food, Rebecca and Ashley and myself can cook great pasta :D !
Hoping to have a good night with the students, but we have to find a way of getting Riza to shut up about Leanne, Leanne this, Leanne that, we all have headaches hahaha.
Nothing much else to report so yeah.
The bites are totaling for everyone and they’re super itchy. Annie and Lauren have over 100+ when added together.
Everyone has burned or tanned now so lets hope all us pasty people can change colour!
I think that’s all so speak to you soon :]
Personal Notes
Rebecca: miss you all, I burnt for the first time today with factor 50 lol. Going to buy another phone card tomorrow so I will ring you on Sunday. Love you xxxx
Lauren: hey hey people!!! It’s meeee. Sorry can’t get on facebook or owt but just having too much of a fun time :D haha. Nah seriously I’m missing you all espesh you mum, morning routine is out of the window lolz and abbie woop I’m getting a tan nah nah!!! Having an AMAZING time though much love x x x
Riza: Hey I just want to say that I miss my family so much and I love you guys I also want to say a little speech to my beautiful girl friend who am missing so much and I don’t get to see her on our 5 month anniversary because I am here and I love her so much and I miss you as soon as I get time babe, I will Phone you or email you I LOVE YOU SO MUCH AND HAPPY ANNIVERSARY XXXXX I LOVE YOU
Emily: Hey hey just a quick hello as I’ve been emailing all the special ones :] hope your all doing well, I got to see a whale so I’m super super happy :] Can’t wait to get back, Love and miss you all xxxxx
Ashley: Having a good time, seeing things here is amazing. Got sunburn which isn’t good but missing everyone at home. I hope my room isn’t spotless &occupied! Seeya all soon, xxx love&miss you all.
Matthew: Hay guys sorry haven’t spoke to you for ages I’ve been having a hell of time and miss you all very much. I feel this trip has helped me in so many ways due to I feel like my old self. The reason being I have changed into my old self but also feel that this experience is going to have a positive effect in the future and thanks mum for great birthday also send my love to all family also wish Georgia the best for her leavers assembly xx.
Miss you guys and see you soon xxxxxx
Barbara: Message to all PE staff. RR is still in one piece …. Just :)
Shana: hey everyone, I’m ok don’t worry about me I’m having an amazing time here but missing you all at the same time, I can’t wait to see you guys at home especially my babies!!! Oh and dad lol, love you all mwah xxx
Sehrish: had a fantastic day working with children and at the beach! Was fantastic, missing home though, missing you all just sooo much, can’t wait to see everyone when I’m back! Yep I know...Missing you all already lol...Hehe...Bye x tc x love you allllllll looooadddzz!!!!!! X x X
Just an update on the past two days June 25th & 26th. It’s Rebecca, Riza, Ashley & Emily writing this today everyone else is either showering or cooking tea!
June 25th
Started off the day with showers and breakfast, the usual bread and cereal. Then later in the morning the youth club was doing cooking lessons and arts and crafts so we all joined in. Rebecca and Shana helped Mrs Williams make traditional Caribbean food… yes Shana actually cooked! Everyone else spent time making beaded necklaces and bracelets, Riza was getting annoyed because he couldn’t thread the beads lol.
Then later on in the day we went on a boat called the floating classroom, to be educated on the marine life and how it’s affected by pollution. We got to see a fleet of dolphins and a sperm whale which was amazing. Barbara wasn’t sick on a boat for once (neither was Becky to everyone’s surprise after the plane incident). The boat crew was so nice to let us on as guests and even gave us some food at the end.
Later on that night was relaxed but everyone’s getting bored of playing go fish (renamed go whale with Matts amazing finger actions) Riza’s game is too complicated for us lol.
The weather is still hot but it rained (hallelujah!)
Never thought 11 brits would be so happy to see rain.
No tans but still lots of sunburn (minus Becky still grrrr)
Lauren vs. Annie Is still on going for bug bites, Annie counted 40 bites this morning, still no update on Lauren. Everyone else is still getting tiny midge bites.
June 26th
This morning woke up did normal routine then headed off into Roseau town to buy paints for the Alpha Centre. Then we walked up a big fat hill in the HOT HOT weather until we reached the Alpha Centre. We split into teams half of us painted the centre and half worked with the kids. Riza met up with his friend Tyrone again and taught him how to chat up a girl!! Everyone later on stood up and started dancing, we love Caribbean music it’s funky.
Serish was drawing henna on the kitchen cupboard doors and Emily left with more paint on her than the walls. Then we headed down to a local café and had bakes, fried chicken, chips and MASSIVE cold drinks.
Later on we caught a bus (16 seater mini van) to Champagne beach. A full pebbled beach is not good on your feet just wanted some good old sand (made us miss Blackpool, who would have ever thought). Some of us tried snorkeling and found it amazing - so many different types of fish just swimming around us.
Came back and now we are writing this blog. Has been a long day and can’t wait for food.
Riza tanned and everyone else burned! With Ashley coming off worst with factor 50.
Update on Lauren vs. Annie, Annie has 40+ bites with some she cannot count, and Lauren is hitting the 30 mark. Still got 2 more weeks though.
June 27th: Emily here.
Woke up at 7am to get ready for a hike, had breakfast and showered. Some students (Emily, Serish, Matt) went into town before the hike to do some shopping.
We got a bus to a national park then hiked to the Boeri Lake with the students from Dominica College. It was a 45 min walk up steep hills through dense jungle. Some people slipped but only a few falls. The lake was beautiful and Matt, Riza and Annie jumped into the lake and had a swim. Riza said the water was 0 degrees. I doubt it haha, not in the Caribbean.
After walking back (tired and wet from the rain) via the Freshwater Lake we went to a spa to check out the natural boiling springs in the ground. Planning a trip there for treatments soon :] .
Got back and had food, Rebecca and Ashley and myself can cook great pasta :D !
Hoping to have a good night with the students, but we have to find a way of getting Riza to shut up about Leanne, Leanne this, Leanne that, we all have headaches hahaha.
Nothing much else to report so yeah.
The bites are totaling for everyone and they’re super itchy. Annie and Lauren have over 100+ when added together.
Everyone has burned or tanned now so lets hope all us pasty people can change colour!
I think that’s all so speak to you soon :]
Personal Notes
Rebecca: miss you all, I burnt for the first time today with factor 50 lol. Going to buy another phone card tomorrow so I will ring you on Sunday. Love you xxxx
Lauren: hey hey people!!! It’s meeee. Sorry can’t get on facebook or owt but just having too much of a fun time :D haha. Nah seriously I’m missing you all espesh you mum, morning routine is out of the window lolz and abbie woop I’m getting a tan nah nah!!! Having an AMAZING time though much love x x x
Riza: Hey I just want to say that I miss my family so much and I love you guys I also want to say a little speech to my beautiful girl friend who am missing so much and I don’t get to see her on our 5 month anniversary because I am here and I love her so much and I miss you as soon as I get time babe, I will Phone you or email you I LOVE YOU SO MUCH AND HAPPY ANNIVERSARY XXXXX I LOVE YOU
Emily: Hey hey just a quick hello as I’ve been emailing all the special ones :] hope your all doing well, I got to see a whale so I’m super super happy :] Can’t wait to get back, Love and miss you all xxxxx
Ashley: Having a good time, seeing things here is amazing. Got sunburn which isn’t good but missing everyone at home. I hope my room isn’t spotless &occupied! Seeya all soon, xxx love&miss you all.
Matthew: Hay guys sorry haven’t spoke to you for ages I’ve been having a hell of time and miss you all very much. I feel this trip has helped me in so many ways due to I feel like my old self. The reason being I have changed into my old self but also feel that this experience is going to have a positive effect in the future and thanks mum for great birthday also send my love to all family also wish Georgia the best for her leavers assembly xx.
Miss you guys and see you soon xxxxxx
Barbara: Message to all PE staff. RR is still in one piece …. Just :)
Shana: hey everyone, I’m ok don’t worry about me I’m having an amazing time here but missing you all at the same time, I can’t wait to see you guys at home especially my babies!!! Oh and dad lol, love you all mwah xxx
Sehrish: had a fantastic day working with children and at the beach! Was fantastic, missing home though, missing you all just sooo much, can’t wait to see everyone when I’m back! Yep I know...Missing you all already lol...Hehe...Bye x tc x love you allllllll looooadddzz!!!!!! X x X
Thursday 25 June 2009
1st blog
Hey!
First blog, sorry it’s late we have been rather busy haha. I guess we should start from the beginning and tell you of the goings on here as you don’t know anything.
Flight to Barbados: 21st June
The flight was LONG. We didn’t mind too much we had on flight entertainment with the TV’s and magazines. We even managed to play fish while sitting on 2 rows of seats haha. Seats were a bit squished so hardly anyone had chance to sleep. Landing was amazing, feeling the wheels hit the ground in a foreign country really made it realistic that we were no longer in England.
On the plane we got a shout out. “Welcome Blackburn College students who are heading to Barbados then on to Dominica to do youth work” which made us feel important and we all cheered.
We got off the plane, MAJOR HEAT. It was really sunny but after 10 minutes of Checking in the sun had gone and it was pitch black. Only one set back in the airport and that was that Matt lost his bag haha. Someone picked it up thinking it was theirs but when we got to the hotel the guy had arrived and Matt was relieved to get his stuff back. What are the chances eh?
Hotel was gorgeous! Sea came up to the hotel doors near enough and the pool was great. We got to the hotel at 9pm after eating some local pizza. All of us headed for the pool in clothes and just loved the cold in contrast to the humid heat.
We were all up for 6am due to our body clocks running on 11am English time. Didn’t want to leave Barbados but so glad we did. The breakfast was good and stayed in the pool till the flight.
Flight to Dominica 22nd June: Pronounced Dom-in-eek-ah, we have been saying it wrong for month’s haha.
The plane was tiny! Expected something bigger but it was great. Riza was our savior as one of the over head panels was rattling and he fixed it with a piece of paper haha. When we saw Dominica it was jaw-dropping with its mountainous land and greenery. Having to land, we couldn’t head straight for the runway as we approached it at the wrong angle so the plane had to go to the other side of the island and fly back through the mountains really low to the ground, it was amazing. Only one mishap on the plane - lets just say Rebecca no longer has white pumps which are sick free, haha.
We were met at the airport by the students and Annie (Manchester Metropolitan University Student). They were very welcoming and even had food and drinks prepared. Then we took a 1:30 hour car journey to Roseau which was shocking. The roads are very uneven and we looked like rag dolls in the car haha. The roads are very narrow and have very steep drops at the side of them so we were very scared about falling off the edge. The mountains were rising up around us and they were so tall they hit the clouds. The sights were astounding and we took so many photos on the drive down.
Got to the youth centre, picked beds and designated roles for the night. Some people went for Chinese as we had no food currently and some went to the shop for bottled water. The accommodation is better than expected. We each have a bunk bed to ourselves so have chosen to sleep on top and use the bottom for storage of clothes.
Showers are FREEZING. No hot water at all. So you wake up in the morning (7AM) and are hit by ice water which I (Emily) LOVE but I (Ashley) don’t like so much.
The students here are so friendly and welcoming as are the people in the community. Everyone says hello and wants to know why we are here. We stand out quite a lot and we are loving the attention we are getting. They say “saka fete” and the response is “mwen la” which means how are you? and I’m good.
23rd June
All got up and got ready. Had bread and jams/marmalades for breakfast (Grapefruit marmalade is amazing). Plans for the day were to go food shopping, Get money converted, Sign up to the library, Put stuff in bank e.g. passports and to get a feel for the town of Roseau.
The library is small but convenient and it is where we are uploading this blog. We are all happy as they have internet access and it isn’t far from where we are staying. In Roseau we were amazed at the colourful houses and scenery.
Unfortunately there happened to be a cruise ship there that day so we were hassled quite a lot for money and to go on tours. We went for our first Caribbean lunch which everyone loved and worked out at 3 pounds a head which for the amount we got was amazing. At teatime we made homemade pizzas and had a dance with the students. This was just a great chance to get to know everyone. We also got to meet a woman named Noreen who was hilarious; she also taught us some Creole words (mix of French, English and local lingo) such as “Mwen Fenn” which means I’m hungry.
Some of us also went and played football and Ashley dived for the ball to everyone’s amusement. We also played time bomb and Lauren cannot play this game, she loses all limbs before we even begin haha.
Riza is doing many Borat impressions and keeping us all in high spirits. Many insect bites going around with Lauren and Annie being the main targets and Emily being bite free haha.
No tans to report as of yet.
24th June
Today we got up and were met by the students at 9am. We went down to the fresh market for lots of vegetables and things for lunch/tea. Riza is getting to know the community and says hello to everyone with his favorite phrase being “wah go wan” which is “what’s going on”.
We then headed to local shops to buy seasonings and herbs.
We got back to the centre and Serish was giving everyone Henna tattoo’s which look great on us all. She even gave it to some of the students which had never seen it before.
For dinner the students made traditional Caribbean food named Bakes which are fried dumplings, which were really delicious when stuffed with tuna and cheese. We then headed out to Youth Quake, the home for children with problems at home/school. The kids were amazing and got a great insight for what we our first task would entail. Really got us motivated to help and loved being around the kids’ energy.
Riza was great with the kids and was teaching them how to be a gangster haha.
Shana got a bit spooked with all of the animals (chickens, rabbits and dogs) but was fine after some water and a sit down.
Went to a local river and we were all really keen to jump in. Serish was the first to jump in, just like in the pool in Barbados. Then we all followed suit and loved being in the cold water. Unfortunately we had to walk back as we couldn’t get in the car wet.
We saw a massive banyan tree with roots standing tall making the trunk. This means we were able to climb inside the tree and take photos.
We also saw a preserved bus that was crushed by a tree in the worst hurricane to hit Dominica (Hurricane David – 1979).
Got back to the centre again and now we are writing this blog. Was just Emily and Ashley but we have been joined by Lauren, Shana and Rebecca. We are all loving being here but are all a little home sick.
Even though it’s only day 2 being here in Dominica we have done so much. We are so happy to have been given the opportunity and are trying to do as much as we can while we are here, wanting to make the most of everything possible. It really is an amazing experience and can’t help but look forward for each day.
A Rota has been drawn up so we all have designated jobs for each day. This way it’s always clean and we always have food ready at the correct times.
We are all getting used to the heat but love when it rains as it’s cool and refreshing. Today was the sunniest day and it was lovely and warm.
Lots of Sunburn today but still no tans to report :[
Bugs are still eating Annie and Lauren. Emily and Ashley still have no major bites to report, WINNER!
Most students bought phone cards to ring home, so keep near your phones haha.
PERSONAL NOTES
Emily: Missing you all but loving being here. Thanks mum for making it possible, LOVE YOUUU xxx
Lauren: Been an amazing experience so far, wish you were all here to share it, Miss you and love you lots xxx
Ashley: Having a great time and missing you all, back soon chickadee x
Rebecca: miss you all, sorry I haven’t rang properly yet will do soon. Love you all xxx
Matt: Missing you lots but having great experience and I look at photos of you sometimes xxx
Riza: I love you so much but I also love Dominica and I also miss all of you very much. I’m very happy so don’t worry, glad to see you soon xxx (I miss you Leanne xxxxxx)
Shana: Missing you all lots, don’t worry about me I’m having fun and I love you so so much xxx
Serish: Heya everyone, I’m missing you all sooo much, having a great time, a new experience, Love you all spesh my fam, and my special ppl, you know who you are xxx
Andy is behaving himself haha. We all just want to say a massive thanks to Barbara, Andy, The Commonwealth Youth Exchange Council, Blackburn College and everyone who helped to make this project possible. It really will change us all for the better and open our eyes to what other people in the world live like :]
First blog, sorry it’s late we have been rather busy haha. I guess we should start from the beginning and tell you of the goings on here as you don’t know anything.
Flight to Barbados: 21st June
The flight was LONG. We didn’t mind too much we had on flight entertainment with the TV’s and magazines. We even managed to play fish while sitting on 2 rows of seats haha. Seats were a bit squished so hardly anyone had chance to sleep. Landing was amazing, feeling the wheels hit the ground in a foreign country really made it realistic that we were no longer in England.
On the plane we got a shout out. “Welcome Blackburn College students who are heading to Barbados then on to Dominica to do youth work” which made us feel important and we all cheered.
We got off the plane, MAJOR HEAT. It was really sunny but after 10 minutes of Checking in the sun had gone and it was pitch black. Only one set back in the airport and that was that Matt lost his bag haha. Someone picked it up thinking it was theirs but when we got to the hotel the guy had arrived and Matt was relieved to get his stuff back. What are the chances eh?
Hotel was gorgeous! Sea came up to the hotel doors near enough and the pool was great. We got to the hotel at 9pm after eating some local pizza. All of us headed for the pool in clothes and just loved the cold in contrast to the humid heat.
We were all up for 6am due to our body clocks running on 11am English time. Didn’t want to leave Barbados but so glad we did. The breakfast was good and stayed in the pool till the flight.
Flight to Dominica 22nd June: Pronounced Dom-in-eek-ah, we have been saying it wrong for month’s haha.
The plane was tiny! Expected something bigger but it was great. Riza was our savior as one of the over head panels was rattling and he fixed it with a piece of paper haha. When we saw Dominica it was jaw-dropping with its mountainous land and greenery. Having to land, we couldn’t head straight for the runway as we approached it at the wrong angle so the plane had to go to the other side of the island and fly back through the mountains really low to the ground, it was amazing. Only one mishap on the plane - lets just say Rebecca no longer has white pumps which are sick free, haha.
We were met at the airport by the students and Annie (Manchester Metropolitan University Student). They were very welcoming and even had food and drinks prepared. Then we took a 1:30 hour car journey to Roseau which was shocking. The roads are very uneven and we looked like rag dolls in the car haha. The roads are very narrow and have very steep drops at the side of them so we were very scared about falling off the edge. The mountains were rising up around us and they were so tall they hit the clouds. The sights were astounding and we took so many photos on the drive down.
Got to the youth centre, picked beds and designated roles for the night. Some people went for Chinese as we had no food currently and some went to the shop for bottled water. The accommodation is better than expected. We each have a bunk bed to ourselves so have chosen to sleep on top and use the bottom for storage of clothes.
Showers are FREEZING. No hot water at all. So you wake up in the morning (7AM) and are hit by ice water which I (Emily) LOVE but I (Ashley) don’t like so much.
The students here are so friendly and welcoming as are the people in the community. Everyone says hello and wants to know why we are here. We stand out quite a lot and we are loving the attention we are getting. They say “saka fete” and the response is “mwen la” which means how are you? and I’m good.
23rd June
All got up and got ready. Had bread and jams/marmalades for breakfast (Grapefruit marmalade is amazing). Plans for the day were to go food shopping, Get money converted, Sign up to the library, Put stuff in bank e.g. passports and to get a feel for the town of Roseau.
The library is small but convenient and it is where we are uploading this blog. We are all happy as they have internet access and it isn’t far from where we are staying. In Roseau we were amazed at the colourful houses and scenery.
Unfortunately there happened to be a cruise ship there that day so we were hassled quite a lot for money and to go on tours. We went for our first Caribbean lunch which everyone loved and worked out at 3 pounds a head which for the amount we got was amazing. At teatime we made homemade pizzas and had a dance with the students. This was just a great chance to get to know everyone. We also got to meet a woman named Noreen who was hilarious; she also taught us some Creole words (mix of French, English and local lingo) such as “Mwen Fenn” which means I’m hungry.
Some of us also went and played football and Ashley dived for the ball to everyone’s amusement. We also played time bomb and Lauren cannot play this game, she loses all limbs before we even begin haha.
Riza is doing many Borat impressions and keeping us all in high spirits. Many insect bites going around with Lauren and Annie being the main targets and Emily being bite free haha.
No tans to report as of yet.
24th June
Today we got up and were met by the students at 9am. We went down to the fresh market for lots of vegetables and things for lunch/tea. Riza is getting to know the community and says hello to everyone with his favorite phrase being “wah go wan” which is “what’s going on”.
We then headed to local shops to buy seasonings and herbs.
We got back to the centre and Serish was giving everyone Henna tattoo’s which look great on us all. She even gave it to some of the students which had never seen it before.
For dinner the students made traditional Caribbean food named Bakes which are fried dumplings, which were really delicious when stuffed with tuna and cheese. We then headed out to Youth Quake, the home for children with problems at home/school. The kids were amazing and got a great insight for what we our first task would entail. Really got us motivated to help and loved being around the kids’ energy.
Riza was great with the kids and was teaching them how to be a gangster haha.
Shana got a bit spooked with all of the animals (chickens, rabbits and dogs) but was fine after some water and a sit down.
Went to a local river and we were all really keen to jump in. Serish was the first to jump in, just like in the pool in Barbados. Then we all followed suit and loved being in the cold water. Unfortunately we had to walk back as we couldn’t get in the car wet.
We saw a massive banyan tree with roots standing tall making the trunk. This means we were able to climb inside the tree and take photos.
We also saw a preserved bus that was crushed by a tree in the worst hurricane to hit Dominica (Hurricane David – 1979).
Got back to the centre again and now we are writing this blog. Was just Emily and Ashley but we have been joined by Lauren, Shana and Rebecca. We are all loving being here but are all a little home sick.
Even though it’s only day 2 being here in Dominica we have done so much. We are so happy to have been given the opportunity and are trying to do as much as we can while we are here, wanting to make the most of everything possible. It really is an amazing experience and can’t help but look forward for each day.
A Rota has been drawn up so we all have designated jobs for each day. This way it’s always clean and we always have food ready at the correct times.
We are all getting used to the heat but love when it rains as it’s cool and refreshing. Today was the sunniest day and it was lovely and warm.
Lots of Sunburn today but still no tans to report :[
Bugs are still eating Annie and Lauren. Emily and Ashley still have no major bites to report, WINNER!
Most students bought phone cards to ring home, so keep near your phones haha.
PERSONAL NOTES
Emily: Missing you all but loving being here. Thanks mum for making it possible, LOVE YOUUU xxx
Lauren: Been an amazing experience so far, wish you were all here to share it, Miss you and love you lots xxx
Ashley: Having a great time and missing you all, back soon chickadee x
Rebecca: miss you all, sorry I haven’t rang properly yet will do soon. Love you all xxx
Matt: Missing you lots but having great experience and I look at photos of you sometimes xxx
Riza: I love you so much but I also love Dominica and I also miss all of you very much. I’m very happy so don’t worry, glad to see you soon xxx (I miss you Leanne xxxxxx)
Shana: Missing you all lots, don’t worry about me I’m having fun and I love you so so much xxx
Serish: Heya everyone, I’m missing you all sooo much, having a great time, a new experience, Love you all spesh my fam, and my special ppl, you know who you are xxx
Andy is behaving himself haha. We all just want to say a massive thanks to Barbara, Andy, The Commonwealth Youth Exchange Council, Blackburn College and everyone who helped to make this project possible. It really will change us all for the better and open our eyes to what other people in the world live like :]
Monday 15 June 2009
Monday 15th June
We set off on sunday , and we are all rather excited. Packing way too far in advance and counting down the hours.
Most of us havn't been abroad before so are panicing and wondering if we will forget something crucial , like a passport hahaha.
Well yeah , this is the blog set up , check back here as from next monday and we will document our goings on for you haha.
No more worried parents wondering if their kids are ok :]
Most of us havn't been abroad before so are panicing and wondering if we will forget something crucial , like a passport hahaha.
Well yeah , this is the blog set up , check back here as from next monday and we will document our goings on for you haha.
No more worried parents wondering if their kids are ok :]
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