We loaded up Khaki Jacky with supplies for the Haven and then set out for our walk. The “short-cut” takes you through a creek, a barb wire fence, up hill, down hill, and by some chickens and cows. So many people stop to say hello and thank you for working at the Haven. We spent time with the cute little babies for the first part of the day. They loved to be held and cried when they were put back down. It was so sweet! We assessed if they were meeting their milestones and which babies had to be monitored further. I spent time with three beautiful girls, 9 months, 5 months, and 6 weeks. They all seemed to be meeting their milestones at this time.
After lunch we went back to the Haven. This time we spent time in the “sick house.” The Aunties in this house did not understand us very well so we did not know what was wrong with the children. I played with two little girls in this house. They had the same name but one was expressive (8 months) and one was not expressive (almost 2 years). The girl who was not expressive does not talk at all, according to the Aunties, and will be monitored further. She got mad when I made her walk but continued to come to me when I put my hands out for her. She did not like that I had another girl to play with but was so cuddly and sweet!!
When we got back the three girls were back to play and had brought another friend. A group of us kicked the soccer ball with them until dinner. It was another good day…still missing Zarah and KC…day 2 at the Haven tomorrow, will meet the toddlers and hopefully start my research soon!!
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