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An African Christmas

November 7, 2011 by Joel and Andi

Tabaski is probably the biggest holiday here in Senegal, so you might compare it with the Christmas season in America.  Last week the traffic was terrible as everyone was out getting what they needed for the holiday.  All weekend there was music playing on the street as the celebrating began.  The the festivities ended on Monday with a sacrificed sheep and a huge family meal.  Everyone was all dress up in their finest as they headed out to the festivities, it was quite the scene to watch.  We thankfully didn’t get to see the actual sacrifices, but did see a lot of the remains scattered around the neighborhood.

Sheep being washed and prepared
Sheep being washed and prepared

We decided to take advantage of the holiday to get some rest and headed out the beach for the day.  It was probably one of the most relaxing and enjoyable days we have had so far.  With the festivities happening the city seemed empty.  For the first time since we arrived I questioned whether we would be able to find a taxi.  The streets were completely empty, which made traveling very quick and simple.  The boys had a blast at the beach.  Tyler conquered his fear of sand and actually walked on it with his own two feet.  We got a much needed day as a family, just enjoying life.  We praise God for the day of rest.

We love the beach
We love the beach
For the first hour...Tyler stayed on the blanket
For the first hour...Tyler stayed on the blanket
Okay maybe sand isn't too scary
Okay maybe sand isn't too scary
Sand castle construction zone
Sand castle construction zone
Magic Tree House reading time
Magic Tree House reading time
Bonding time
Bonding time
Monopoly Match
Monopoly Match
I love seeing laundry blow in the wind
I love seeing laundry blow in the wind

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  1. Andrea Sigley says

    November 10, 2011 at 10:21 pm

    Andi, glad you were able to take a day as a family at the beach – looks like it was a relaxing day.
    Praying for you all,
    Andrea

  2. Carolyn Gaupo says

    November 8, 2011 at 3:55 pm

    You take such great pictures and do such a wonderful job of keeping us connected with you. Thank-you very much. You are in my prayers. Lots of love and joy to you. Carolyn Gaupo

  3. Chelle says

    November 8, 2011 at 5:45 am

    Yay for fun family time! So glad you got away. That’s so important.

  4. Julianna says

    November 7, 2011 at 12:38 pm

    So glad you were able to get some rest! Loving these updates!

  5. Mike Pinkerton says

    November 7, 2011 at 8:46 am

    The beach really looks nice. What a blessing!! And I am assuming you were able to get a taxi or something to bring you home. Wish we could have shared to beach together!!
    Dad

  6. Jane Van Ryn says

    November 7, 2011 at 7:48 am

    So glad you were able to get a little time away from the hustle & frantic pace of language study. (Parle vos France’?) I KNOW I didn’t spell any of the words correctly 🙁
    Praying for you & think of you often.
    For HIS glory,
    Jane

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