Monday, October 29, 2012

Uhuru: Independence Day Festivities

Pictures of the children's guardians picking up checks for Independence Day Festivities:



Tuesday October 9 was the 50th anniversary of Uganda's independence from the British, called "Uhuru," meaning "independent" (in which language, I am not sure...I would guess Swahili). Apparently this holiday is almost equal to Christmas in the degree of celebration. With independence coming fairly recently, they probably appreciate it even more!   To read more, click this here.

The one in green is Scovia's stepmother, and the one in blue flowers is Arach Eunice's auntie.  Both of them are Women of Hope beaders, too.



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