Ou Vellies

I just wanted to write a quick post to say that Madelyn, Jess, Eva, Heidi and I might have died and gone to heaven. We are in an amazing homestay with an Afrikaner couple. We have a house to ourselves, and our hosts live in a COFFEE SHOP. What other explanation is needed? I can't spend more time because the other girls are waiting to use the computer, but I am living the good life for sure. Love you & miss you,
Laura

I have emerged from the village...

Hello everyone!I am in a library in Bethulie, South Africa. Facebook is blocked which means I can't read my messages from you all :( Ethan, I got one update from you :) Also, the receptionist won't stop talking to us because she is so fascinated by our presence... Joaquin is helping distract her so I can send a quick message. We arrived in Bethulie yesterday and are staying at the Royal Hotel for a few days before we enter a quick home stay with Afrikaner families here. The hotel is lovely and has so much character. I took my first proper shower in three weeks, amazing. Coming here has been almost more culture shock than entering Soweto or the village. I am not far removed enough from this transition to have coherent thoughts to share here. I am very tired and I think most of the group is as well. Life is full and busy again, I am safe and sound and happy.  I can't wait to hear from you all, I miss you very much!