Christmas Parties!

So since my last update things have been pretty busy here as Christmas approaches!

Here's a run down of the week:
Sunday: All the staff from Anusaran attended an art competition/fete where we had stall. We sold wall hangings, cushion covers, bags, cards and jewellry and made about 3000 rupees :) It was quite strange being at this fete as it was at a private school, so we saw the richer side of India. Quite a culture shock after spending so much time with children who have basically nothing.
After the fete we went back to church, and the team lead the service. It was fun and went well, especially as we thought it was going to start at 4pm, when at 2pm we were told it would be starting 30 mins and we wouldnt have time to go home to collect our props etc!

Monday and Tuesday: We were at village school decorating and preparing for the christmas party!

Wednesday: City School christmas party. Lots of fun - dancing, singing, games, food, and each child recieved a gift. It was so good to see them all recieving a Christmas present.

Thursday: Village school Christmas Party. A repeat of wednesday, with the addition of a party for the women, where we danced ALOT and ate lunch together. I enjoyed the children's christmas party here more as I knew the children and have relationships with them, whereas I know very few of the children at city school.

In other news:
Our mouse is back! Freddie the second, and he's very clever - managing to eat the food in the trap without getting trapped!

Santa!! One evening last week we were reading the bible when suddenly we heard drumming from outside our flat. We had a look expecting wedding celebrations but instead we saw Father Christmas being followed by drummers! It was pretty impressive (and unexpected) considering we're in a contry that is mainly Hindu!

For those who do, please pray that:
- The staff Christmas party is fun, and runs smoothly (first christmas party outside!)
- Carol singing next week goes well.
- The true meaning of Christmas isn't forgetten in amongst all the celebrations!
- For the team to support each other, as Christmas nears and we're missing home and families.

Merry Christmas everyone. I hope you all have a lovely Christmas Day :)

Love, Hannah x

P.S. To Church people - thank you very much to those who left a Christrmas message. I love it! :)

P.P.S. We were given the wrong postcode. It's 110078, NOT 110075 (but post to 110075 will still get to me, it just takes longer to get to me!)