We had a great time today at church.  We celebrated the International Day of Women, which was actually last Wednesday.  It's a very big deal here in Cameroon.  Special material is made for the event.  Every woman has a dress made in the style of her choice.  Then on that day there is a big parade in town.  And then all the women head off to the bars to drink the night away.  Men are supposed to do their work and take care of the kids.  Mostly it's just an excuse to not work and to get drunk.  I don't participate.  Ever.

But at church we had week long events, culminating with a big fette at church. After the morning service the women had an hour long program.  Lots of singing.  There was a Bible quiz followed with a big dance for all the women.  Then the men were invited to file outside and pass by the serving table.  The women wanted to honor the men.  Following them, it was the children.  When they were called, there was a quite a stampede!  Finally the women were invited out to eat what was left.  There was plenty of food.  We had all contributed.  

So happy belated Women's Day.