Regional Hike.

Since I was diagnosed with a deteriorated disk in my lower lumbar region, I haven't been hiking.   I am doing much better than I was last year which I regard as an answer to specific prayer, however I know my back is delicate and every now and then I get twinges.   I was therefore delighted when Jelly Bear, one of my assistants, showed an interest in attending the Regional Hike.   Three girls from Waverley decided to attend with their families.  

I didn't think the Rays of Hope girls would be able to go because it was held near Parys, more than an hour and a half away.   I tentatively mentioned it to the Rays of Hope transport contact and to my delight they agreed to provide transport.   It was very last minute, however, but the girls were very keen.

 I stressed most of Sunday, trying to find out if the girls arrived at the meeting point at 7am, whether they were on the way, and, when they hadn't arrived at the venue at the time of the hike, I had to tell myself that there was actually nothing I could do.    I did also tell myself that that was the last time I was sending the girls to something without me. It is too stressfull.

Anyway, it seems like everybody had fun.   The Rays of Hope girls didn't get to go on the hike because they arrived so late but I did get an answer from Samantha when I asked if she had fun.
   "Lots of fun", read the message.
The photos are from Jelly Bear.

Candlelight club

First there was setting up

 

70 –80 Pensioners arrived for tea

 

Guides from a number of different companies came to help serve

 

Some of the Guides modelled  uniforms from the archives then the Rays of Hope Guides presented a play about Little Bunny FOO FOO

Each pensioner was given an ice cream tub of food and goodies then Bingo commenced.

The Pensioners had a wonderful time!   So did the Guides!

Mini Fete

I left it all to the Guides.   Each patrol had to organise a stall for the bring and buy.   They did so well and I was so proud of them.   They organised and arranged shifts, they baked and bought and brought.  

The 3 Waverley patrols made R763 which our district is allowing us to use for buying camping lanterns.   The Rays of Hope Guides sold decorated soaps and bath salts and bubble bath to raise money to be able to go on camp.   with the R200 or so we made I will be buying biscuits for the girls to package and sell at school.   Well done to everybody involved and thanks to our supportive parents!