Final Update in Kenya

Hello all,

This is my last time being able to update during my time here, so here it is! I’m a bit pressed for time, so more pictures than words this time. So the last three weeks have been a blast. We camped out in this village called Nchaishi, specifically with the headmaster’s family boma and my team got to teach, hangout with the community, and build some great relationships there. Here’s where our tents used to be (other team members took pictures of the actual tents):

Here’s a picture with my class after a great capture the flag victory:

 

I taught standard 5 and I loved it. One day for physical education I decided to teach them capture the flag so we played standard 5 vs. standard 4. OF course, with great coaching, standard 5 had overwhelming victory each time. …so maybe standard 4 didn’t quite get what was going on. I have to talk about one thing though! One of the greatest moments in capture the flag history I have seen to date. Actually, I’ll talk about that when I see everyone or when I have more time. Just, whetting your appetite for the capture the flag story! ha

Being really good looking.

A mama rustling up some delicious chai for me:

Cooking over some open fire…you know, being really sweet:

Some of the community really wanted me to be a true Maasai so they dressed me in a shoka (the red sheet) and put me in to herd. I already fashioned my own stick…it’s really fun to carry one around!

Lasltly, my team enjoying some delicious chai:

I hope you enjoyed that collection of pictures. I have two weeks left in Kenya and the main event that we’re preparing for at AfricaHope is the Grand Opening. It’s supposed to attract literally thousands of people and we’re praying it goes well. It’s been a blessing to serve with this ministry and see all that AfricaHope has been accomplishing in the community and the response of the community. It amazes me to see how much the community loves AfricaHope and truly considers them family for everything they’re doing.

To the UIS Team in Gathiga:

So crazy that y’all are here! Just wanted to let you know that my team has been lifting you up in prayer. I don’t know if you’ll be able to check this or not, but I hope your experience at the orphanage is amazing and I can’t wait to exchange stories when we’re all back. I hear you flight leaves a day after ours…maybe we’ll run into each other in London? Who knows?

My time is up, mind jumbled, gotta go quick sooooo thanks for all the mails, the love, and the prayer. It’s been so amazing in Kenya and NMSI is a great organization. Can’t wait to share everything with you when I’m back!