We Arrived - Finally

Well after a few challenges we did arrive at The School of St Jude.  We have met lots of people and had a quick look around the Moshono campus.

For those reading the online blog, there is more if you click on the Read more>> button below.

We Are On Our Way

After many months of waiting, planning, packing, unpacking and packing again we are finally on our way to St Jude's.  Big K is jumping out of his skin to get out of Oz - is it that he's trying to hide from ASDA.  I took him down to Sharks training the other week, but Gal wouldn't see him.  Said he had some loose ends to tie up.  I just hope Big K gets out of the country without any problems.

Packing was interesting.  Even though we have 40kgs each we have still maxed that out and had to leave things at home.  The decision to leave things was based on our belief that we can buy them in Tanzania somewhere.  That should prove interesting if it's not the case.  Many of the things we are taking will be staying in Tanzania, so we should easily come in on the light side on our return.  Denise are you listening..... 

First stop on our journey is Dubai after a 15 hour non-stop flight.  There we have 2.5 days rest and recovery.  Then we head off to Arusha via Nairobi, a 5 hour flight, and then on to Kilimanjaro Airport, a further 1 hour flight.  We arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport at 11.10pm, then it's on to a school bus to arrive at St Jude's some time after midnight.

The next morning Peter leaps into the unknown and begins his new role in the great metropolis of Arusha, Tanzania.

For those interested who have signed up for St Jude's newsletter there is a new newsletter full of information about the school.

We were lucky, we made it through with about 10 extra kilos.  Now to see the world.

So long, farewell, and goodbye for 12 months.

One Week and Counting

Only 1 more week before we begin our BIG adventure.

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Every Piece Counts at St Jude's

Many of you have been asking, how can I assist and support The School of St Jude?

Well, here it your opportunity to show your support.

St Jude's have launched their Every Piece Counts at St Jude's appeal.

Carrots, chairs, computers, mosquito nets, bricks, mortar and buses - the list goes on. There are so many aspects that make up The School of St Jude, and every piece counts. This year, St Jude's is running an annual appeal for urgently needed items that will support the fight against poverty through education.

Your contribution will empower St Jude's students to help themselves, their families and the whole of Tanzania through a high-quality education.  Purchase one of the 17 items to show your support.  Remember, every piece counts in fighting poverty through education! 

Which will be your piece of the puzzle? 

Visit www.schoolofstjude.org for more information.