Next weekend we are gathering a bunch of local story-tellers together here at camp. There were over 100 people to choose from, so it was a bit scary trying to decide which 8 to invite. We went with names that have come up repeatedly over the past 6 months in surveys and such. Our plan is to have these 8 guys (hopefully they all come!) choose about 10 stories that they feel best represent the history and culture of the island, and then we'll record them telling those stories in the local language. Those will be the stories we'll use for the cultural handbook we're making for the schools here. We’ll also ask their advice on what other items they think would be important to include in this book. Talk about an important weekend!
Last week C and I were running around the island, delivering invitations to these guys. Several said, "as long as my health is good, I'll be there." :) By very nature, the folks who know these stories best are gonna be older and may have health issues.
So this week we've got to rig up a "recording studio" at camp, buy groceries and plan the "catering" of meals, get the camp ready for the overnight guests, clue everyone in on the schedule and who is helping with what, etc. Just to name a few logistics. :) I'm really, really excited about it but also super nervous! These are important guys we're gathering together, and our project pretty much depends on the success of this weekend. Yikes! Pray for us, that everything goes smoothly!
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