Yesterday the Jackson Village went up to Sabba Njowra for the day! It was a wonderful break from being in the house and receiving guests; this time, we were the grateful guests in Yaya and Mowa's home. They are always so hospitable and welcoming, it gives me a glimpse of what other people felt when they came to our compound and were welcomed in by Mama Karissa. There were so many of us, and yet we were all ushered into the house to sit and play with baby Aishatu and eat endless amounts of fufu and njamma njamma. Then came time for our walk out to the point! Rainy season has made everything vivid and green and clear, and the view was absolutely breathtaking! I envy Carolin, who spends so much time in this wondrous place and is building a house beside Mowa's.
Chris brought up his computer to show them all the slideshow that Katelyn made of Mommy Karissa for the memorials, and, as always, we were moved to tears watching it and watching our Fulani friends watch it. When we arrived at the compound, women came from all over the village to greet and cry and talk with Papa Karissa and the girls. We brought them up some big pictures that Chris printed out of Mama Karissa in the village, and right away Yaya taped them up on the wall. It was quite special to see, and made our visit up there all the more meaningful. We took plenty of pictures and I shall put them up as soon as I can!
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