Democratic Republic of the Congo Map Journal CIA World Factbook DRC FCO Grim first view Reminder that DRC is at war! More sand, less mud More mud, less sand Village in a hillside Sisters of Charity Hole left by a stuck truck Finally find tarmac First view of the River Congo Matadi on the far bank Taking in the view Contemplating how to cross the river. . . the solution is surprisingly easy! Camping in the Sisters' courtyard The kids arrive for school Jen at work Witt at work Connie at work Jen finds a better job Urs enjoys bread pudding Elza talks to the press. . .     and airs our grievances with the Angolan embassy