English Lessons

The other day, one of the cooks asked if I would teach her English. I was humbled and excited that she asked me, and I told her I'd be glad to. So, after teaching English for almost 30 years, I am teaching thr most eager class I've ever had. Speaking English is one of the most desired skills of people throughout the world. It empowers them to do so much more on an international level. It is an honor to sit with all of the cooks (because news travels fast when a tutor is available) and work on sentence structure and grammar. I encourage them to use English when they talk to the children. All of the school age kids get English lessons in school.
Of course, I am still struggling with Swahili, but I have over 40 willing teachers here at Angel House. When one runs out of patience with my clumbsy tongue, I go ask someone else.
It's amazing how much communicating goes on without words as well. The other day, Kate told me she is really suprised how well Bibi Leah and I communicate. I just laughed and said, "We just speak the bibi (grandma) language!". There is a certain understanding that comes with age and experience. Bibi Leah and I have become good friends, despite the language barrier.
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