Day Ten

Hi All,
By this stage we are really getting into the swing of things with the routine of life here. Michael finished up SPIT VI using the hoe, whilst Christabel, Chen, and I were on screening duty. There were a lot of artefacts coming out with larger pieces of ceramics being found. We then started on SPIT VII (90 – 105 cmbd), where there were still a lot of artefacts coming up, these include Bantenese coins, a mix of earthenware, stoneware and some porcelain, and small animal bones (possibly indicating rodent activity). We had our customary lunch break from 12:30 – 2pm where we headed back to the mess for some lunch, card games, and a nap. Upon return to the Fort we continued digging; finishing up SPIT VII and starting on SPIT VIII. We continued with screening all of the buckets coming out, with the friendly shepherd boy helping out by carrying buckets every so often. The day of excavation finished at 5pm and then we headed to the mess to clean up as we had been invited to an Indonesian Muslim Wedding. It was a new experience and much appreciated for the delicious food and local music being played, and was a nice way to spend the evening.
Tomorrow, more excavation! Look out for Christabel’s entry.
Love,
Cherylyn