Happy Easter to everyone back at home and here in Uganda! Although it is always a bit difficult being away from home on holidays, today was a good day.
I slept in a bit this morning, had the usual delicious breakfast at my guest house, and then met Ellen and Yvonne to head to church services. Ellen (a NICU nurse) has been traveling to Uganda and volunteering at Mulago Hospital for more than 10 years, and during this time she has been attending the same church. Despite the fact that it is a Catholic church, I figured it was better to go to church with friends than on my own. I have been to Catholic services in the states (and one other service here in Uganda!), but none quite like this one. The priest was very nice but, well, he liked to talk. A lot. And there were no less than four offering collections. Yes, four. And lots of singing and clapping of hands (I enjoyed this part!). When all was said and done, the mass lasted 2.5 hours. I don't think that I have ever been to a church service quite that long...
After mass, we headed back to the apartment for delicious scones and tea. Then I had a lazy afternoon reading my book and napping. I did get out for a run, though, so I don't feel quite as lazy. =) We have dinner plans for tonight. We are going to have Indian food, which isn't the normal Easter fare, but at least it won't be alone!
To everyone at home, enjoy your Easter egg hunts. Please save me a Cadbury egg for when I get back. Yummmm...
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