It seems like such a small inconvenience in the overall grand scheme of things but I’m used to my electricity. If I was in the bush then I would have lower expectations. I’d know that the solar only runs for … Continue reading
Change is healthy, right? Well I’m getting more than my share! Many of you might be wondering, “What’s next?!?” This year I have not returned to Kibera. The one week I was slated to go in food was flying out … Continue reading
The adult primary school at the community center in Kibera did indeed have its launch in the new year. While I have not been into Kibera myself since last year I have been in touch with my staff. It should … Continue reading
Caleb and I got to participate in the annual SIM badminton tournament this year. Despite a downpour the night before the games continued on as planned. The regulation court was kept fairly dry by a tarp and the day dawned … Continue reading
Together with many neighbors we played Minute to Win It the Christmas version. Somehow I ended up on a team with all guys. They strong armed me into participating in the worst possible event…it involved lots of Vaseline smeared on … Continue reading
Christmas time has always been about family. Presents, trees, lights, fruit cake (bleh!) have never been the focus. Advent wreaths and calendars, Christmas carols and of course baby Jesus’ story and family…these are the focus. In Kenya we still have … Continue reading
Asante, grazie, merci, ogiwadong, gracias, danke, toda, nashukuru, thank you. On a day devoted to thanking the Lord for all He has done these two little words were hard for me. The stress of life had caught up with me. … Continue reading
It’s on MY finger!!! That’s right my friends… I am engaged! Here’s the story for those of you who haven’t heard/read it yet. October 15, 2011 I woke up Saturday morning not knowing that I would soon be off … Continue reading
Back in August I had the pleasure of helping out with a HUGE team of Canadians who have returned to the community center for the 3rd year in a row. Each time it seems the team grows just a bit … Continue reading
I have been so blessed by the opportunity to participate in a sport I love. It started as a small group in the backyard of a sweet missionary family. When that family left on home assignment none of us wanted … Continue reading