Naming baby Rachel!



I (Andrew) was invited to a baby naming ceremony at a village outside of Waterloo.
This is a local tradition for announcing the name of a baby to the rest of
the tribe. This is usually a private type of ceremony, we felt honoured to be
invited.
The poor old Landy had to do some real off road work to get us here. We had
to drive about an hour out of Freetown to a place called Waterloo. From there
we went off road along winding dirt roads, though deep puddles and pot holes
till we came to the orphanage.



When we arrived we were greated by a band who really gave
the astmosphere a great vibe.



The orphanage's piggery acts as a way of training the kids how to look
after animals and provide a source of income.



Emmanuel is the day worker who invited us to his house and orphanage. He works with me in engineering.
Emmanuel is very proud of his accomplishments and thanks God for his provision.



The orphanage houses 18 children and some carers. There is another building
off to the right hand side of this photo. This is Emmanuel's home.



Some of the kids.

Some of the guests and family cooking up the feast we ate.

On today's menu: goat with jolif rice and fish.



A goat was sacrificed as part of the ceremony. A village elder said some
words and announced the babies name. At this point the goat's thoat was cut.

The goat was skinned, then divided up and given to extended family. 

Emmanuel, Andrew, Sahide & Unknown?
I work with Emmanuel and Sahide, however the other guy in the tee shirt
decided he would like to be in the photo also.



Well someone has to do the dishes!



Emmanuel's family



Baby Rachel!