Ocean Stars team 2014

Ocean Stars team 2014

Tuesday 28 October 2014

DAY 7 - Jake and Harry

Today was a really great day. We taught children at really young ages, around 6 upto 16. There was a mixture of boys and girls. The sun was hot. It was hard to play football in the very hot sun.The teachers enjoyed their day also at the mixed school and at the girls school. 
This evening we gathered at a local town hall with Batticaloa's Deaf and Blind society. It was truly inspiring seeing a community so strong after all they have been through. We had various activities going on such as; balloon animal making, crown making as well as many various games that were enjoyed by children and their parents. The highlight of the night for me (Jake) so far was teaching a man, around 50 years old, how to play dominoes. As he started to pick up the rules his smile grew increasingly bigger - for the rest of the night he treated me with real warmth and the usual Sri Lankan kindness and friendliness we always receive. 
The day was ended by the group featuring in a Sri Lankan episode of Trolley Dash in the local 'Food City'.

Thank-you, we are looking forward for tomorrow.
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  1. Kerry B Barlow28 October 2014 at 11:31

    Truly inspirational boys - I just love the part where Jake talks about teaching the 50 year old man Dominos! Something to remember and treasure forever. Well done.

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  2. Unknown28 October 2014 at 11:47

    What a lovely busy day! I look forward to hearing about your activities each day. The photo's are good. I like the children's school uniforms. x

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  3. Unknown28 October 2014 at 13:45

    Just caught up with days 5, 6 & 7! Great to hear all your news. Must have been hard working with the children when it was so hot, but the pool looks lovely to cool off in afterwards. I'm sure the children are really enjoying having you all there and the older members of the community too by the sound of things. It looks like you're making the most of it too - everyone looks so happy in the photos! Must be your turn to write the blog soon Oli?! x

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    1. ]29 October 2014 at 04:11

      Hello Mum,
      I know I know, I've just been so busy with the trip! (You are always telling me to enjoy the experience rather than think about you too much)! This has been one of the best experiences especially seeing the elephants which I'm sure you would of loved it! Working with the children has been a real eye opener and will make me appreciate things when I get home!!! Enjoy the upside-down house and hope Ben is enjoying seeing Sophie as well as little Sophie and Zoe. Got some amazing pictures and can't wait to show you!

      See you soon.

      Oli
      x

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  4. Unknown28 October 2014 at 14:52

    Have read the blog every morning while having my breakfast and each day sounds amazing. Everyone seems to be making the most of the trip.
    Harry, I hope you have lots of photos.
    Keep Blogging !!!

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    1. ]29 October 2014 at 05:47

      Hey mum, missing you I will show you the photos when we get back :) xx

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    2. Unknown30 October 2014 at 05:22

      Thinking of you all and the people of Sri Lanka following the landslide. We are really missing you.
      One thing has become clear and that's who eats all the cereal and biscuits ! Love Mum,Dad,Matt, Kirsty and the big C xx

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  5. Shahana Ramsden28 October 2014 at 16:32

    I agree with everyone. Sounds like you are having a great experience and I love the photos and the dominoes story!

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    1. ]29 October 2014 at 05:46

      love you kido please tell dad I laughed alot at his card today I love opening them everyday xxxx

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  6. Tanya and Mark29 October 2014 at 03:38

    The dominoes story touched me too, well done boys!

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  7. Unknown29 October 2014 at 06:51

    Just got in from walking the dog in the rain and envy the lovely sunshine you are having. So pleased you all seem to be enjoying the may experiences and trust you are taking a lot of pictures. You still have a few days left so enjoy the rest of your time. Keep blogging, it must be your turn soon!!! love you nicole, mum, dad and the boys

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  8. Jon and Cortine29 October 2014 at 13:32

    Enjoy your last few days Stormie. We're all missing you and the cats keep wondering where you've gone.
    Lots of Love, Mum and Jon xx

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  9. Unknown29 October 2014 at 15:08

    Hi Georgie, one more day with all the lovely children. Hope it is or was great fun depending on when you get this message. It's been such a wonderful adventure for all of you and surreal for us back home watching. I wonder if you're still looking forward to the 5* hotel in the same way now that you've seen/experienced how others have to cope. Enjoy the next few days. Cinnamon Lakeside looks lovely. Lots and lots of love from all of us XXxx

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  10. Unknown30 October 2014 at 15:06

    At last I have some time to myself !! Time to catch up on all that's going on out there. Looks like another wonderful adventure in Sri Lanka. The photos are a powerful story alone, accompanied by such a well written Blog. Well done all of you. You are making memories that will last a lifetime. Especially touching (for me) to hear 'The Jaketh Love' being shared in Sri Lanka, these are the moments where you shine, Jakey <3
    Enjoy the last few days, missing you muchly & can't wait to see you ..... xxx

    Ps; Dad has been having a 'dicky fit' because he can't seem to find the right link for the Blog !! haha ! ........ maybe I'll show him.

    Pps; Mummy has been having an even bigger ‘dicky fit’, which included stomping out the back door after kicking it whilst on the phone to Sarah cos my 10th attempt at sending my comment failed & then my laptop froze !!! If you are reading this it means .............
    I WON !!!

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  11. Moira Blincoe30 October 2014 at 17:58

    It's great to read your interesting blog posts each day. Sounds like you are all having an amazing time and will take this experience and memories with you forever.

    Say hello to my granddaughter Leanne from her Nan in New Zealand! I'm very proud of her.xxx

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