from start to FINISH: Friends of Fatou Nursery!

remember what the nursery looked like back in february:





and through the weeks the villagers came to help:






or at least most did!



and once the foundation was laid, the 'fun' began:

the masoners crafted a chalkboard


the signboard was cleaned and painted


the artist began sketching and painting


the teachers were chosen and training began


food was prepared in preparation for the 'program'


the chairs and benches were built (nearly finished!)



the mural/artistry is nearly completed:



the uniforms and badges are finished!



and the festivities begin!







the villagers present me with speeches and gifts:



the speeches are VERY long:


and at school the next day, more speeches and gifts:



and my goodbyes (and last meal):




and my life, once again (for the last time?) in three bags:


and here - a quick walking tour of the nursery!