You can wait forever for perfect conditions...or you can make the best of what you have got!! African Proverb

Dawn came with the sound of the pounding surf and a low cloud cover, which quickly turned into a rainy morning.At the Takitumu School Connie continued to evaluate curriculum and listen to the children read. Paul Anne also tutored children. Anne adjusted the computer’s settings so the printer and computer were in sync. Anne continued cataloging the library’s holdings.Ardys went to the Creative Centerand assisted a very dedicated team of workers with daily tasks. About 20 mentally and physically challenged persons regularly spend the day socializing, doing art and craft projects (which are sold at the market), playing games for exercise and working individually on word games and puzzles. They receive limited physical therapy once weekly. Progress on paralyzed stroke victims is documented during these sessions. Meals on wheels were delivered by a van to 12 homes today. Dot tutored once again at St. Joseph’s school.This afternoon the surf was still pounding on the shore. Local surfers were exited about the prospect of surfing. They were just like kids in the states who can’t wait to build the first snowman.This evening we all went to the “Flying Boat” for Fish and Chips which were absolutely delicious. James acted as local tour guide and took us to show us where the Rugby Field is where a game will be played on Saturday. Then we went to the Marae of Araite Tonga. In ancient times political functions of the Ariki High Chief and his royal court were conducted.Back at the KiiKii the skies were still too dark to see the Southern Cross. With James help pointing out where the Southern Cross would be found, Ardys and Paul saw the formation later that evening.

It’s been a good day.