Morning call

First I would like to wish everyone a happy memorial day. Remember all those who serve in the armed forced in your prayers not just today but everyday. Pray for the families of those who have relatives in the armed forces. And prayer for those service men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for there country. They should never be forgotten
Every morning I get up to the sound of the mosk next door making the morning call to prayer at five thirty. Yup I have plenty of time to take a shower in the morning. The mosk calls for prayer 5 times throughout the day. This reminds me to say my morning prayers as well. Only for a different religion. It is strange how even a Muslim call to prayer can remind me as a Catholic to pray. So I go to bed early since pretty much I wake up at five thirty every day. I wouldn't mind it so much if they guy could sing but he couldn't find a note if it were tied to his foot. But at least the humidity and the rains have not come yet. That is what I'm looking forward to least. The women here all dress up when they are out. They take great pride in their appearance. I find that Gambians are a proud people. They are proud of there history and culture and love to share that with you. If you are willing to listen. Tomorrow will be my first real day at work. I will be going into the field to a small town about 45 minutes from where I live. I believe the name is Una. I will be teaching kids in grade school about Malaria. How you contract Malaria, how you prevent Malaria and how you recognize if you have Malaria and what to do if it turns out you have it. I'm looking forward to finally getting out into the field and working with the Gambian people. I just pray that I don't melt. luv eveeryone Ciao

Phil