June 27th, 2009 was a very special day for the now Richard and Dudu Bwalya. Richard (our Health and Welfare office manager) and Dudu (the Refilwe receptionist and Godparent of 6 children) finally said, "I do". It was a very fun day, with plenty of reasons for everyone to sing and dance. There was an interesting mix of cultural and contemporary wedding traditions. From the dancing in of the line-up (bridal party) and the knife girl and boy dancing in before the cutting of the cake to the toasts and speeches, it was a lovely event. The ceremony was held at a chapel nearby and the reception took place in the community hall at Refilwe. Richard and Dudu are continuing their work at Refilwe and are automatic parents of 6 teenagers! They are a blessing to this community. Congratulations Richard and Dudu! May you have many happy years together.
Pictures from top to bottom: 1. Dudu and Richard after their vows, being showered with rose petals by Randy, their foster child 2. The line-up practicing their dance on the lawn before the ceremony 3. Nombulelo (our Auxillary Nurse), Shadung (our Auxillary Social Worker), Abram Mohapi (Refilwe driver), Claire (Health and Welfare Manager), and myself--all friends and co-workers to sum it up! 4. The reception
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