Matt answers questions

How is Africa? It is very nice here. So far, it has been hot, but it has been very windy, so the heat and wind mix to make perfect weather.

Do you still have the chicken? Yes, we still have the chicken. But we haven't taken very many pictures lately. One will probably pop up sooner or later.

Is the scenery pretty? Yes, it is very pretty. It looks like Oregon! Port Elizabeth is on the Indian Ocean, and the beach is perfect for body surfing.

Andy and Matt, are you enjoying your school experience? Yes, very much. It is the end of the school year here, because we are in the Southern Hemisphere. We aren't working very much, so it is very easy.

Are the people nice? Yes, the people are very nice. You get a few glances saying, "Why are YOU here?" But otherwise, everyone is very nice.

We were surprised to find out that the teachers can hit the students. - We have not been hit, but we have seen other students get hit, and we are very glad that we have not! The teachers hit the tips of your fingers with a ruler if you act up. [Parent editorial: Corporal punishment is on the way out in South Africa, so this is not necessarily condoned!]

London muggings: No, we were not "hugged" or pick-pocketed in London. This is just a story we heard. We have not been hurt or threatened by anyone on our trip.

WERE YOU PRETTY TIRED AFTER WALKING ALL THAT WAY IN LONDON? Yes, my legs felt like giving out. I had to work twice as hard as everybody else, because my legs are shorter, and everybody else had a quicker pace than me.