Mayaba turned 8 years old today, June 23rd! She lives in the Bauleni Compound with her Aunty and Uncle. Mayaba's father died when she was 4 years old, and her mother lives in a far away village and is unable to care for her, so she came to stay with Aunt Rachel. When asked what she wants or needs, she replied, " Clothes, shoes, rice, potatoes, and Superguatte." I am not sure what Superguatte is, but I will find out! She also said, "I want to go go to the Fairgrounds in August and have fun!" There is a big event each August at the Lusaka, Fairgrounds. Mayaba has never attended, but would like to go. Our school director is planning to take her this year, thanks to Tammi. When asked what she wants to be when she grows up, Mayaba answered, "A teacher."
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