Home Stretch
Well, we're in the home stretch. It is so hard to believe that we are only a day away before we leave what has become our residence for a couple of weeks. We have gotten used to every day being filled with multiple surreal experiences that kind of make us shake our heads.
Today, the medical team were absolutely thrilled to discover that the young baby that was rushed to the hospital with seizures on Tuesday, had not only surrived but seemed to be thriving in the hospital.
That discovery was followed by a very busy clinic day. 
Once again, please picture large crowds of mostly women and young children anxiously waiting our arrival. The need here can be overwhelming - the health needs are very great.
Once again, please picture large crowds of mostly women and young children anxiously waiting our arrival. The need here can be overwhelming - the health needs are very great.The clinic team, today made up of the usual Kevin & Carol, were supplemented by Diana, Durwin & Jennifer. Diana was Carol's capable assistant (she loves counting pills), Jenny helped with the malaria testing (staple medicine here), & Durwin started entertaining & weighing children, but quickly became somewhat of a traffic cop. By the way, for fun, several of the team had malaria tests... only Durwin cried when his finger was pierced. Jenny gave him a balloon & he was fine & none of the teams tested positive. Yeah!
On a more serious note, once again today, our van driver Tom became an ambulance driver, rushing another malaria stricken baby to the hospital. Throw a prayer for that baby girl... & perhaps for the whole region; a very neglected part of the world. Tired but satisfied, we dispensed the last medications as the sun began to set. And hey, because it was overcast all afternoon, the sunset was among the most glorious imaginable.
The market garden team had a very interesting day.
On a more serious note, once again today, our van driver Tom became an ambulance driver, rushing another malaria stricken baby to the hospital. Throw a prayer for that baby girl... & perhaps for the whole region; a very neglected part of the world. Tired but satisfied, we dispensed the last medications as the sun began to set. And hey, because it was overcast all afternoon, the sunset was among the most glorious imaginable.
The market garden team had a very interesting day.
Today, I think we could call them tree planters... banana tree planters to be exact. Twelve banana trees are now planted in the demonstration garden. Way to go team!!! Banana splits on the next trip for everyone! Gardening here looks easy for the Kenyans, but wearies us Canadians. There's no shade and the African sun is bright and hot! But the garden has been replanted and the plan is to add several other types of trees tomorrow. Now, monkey hunting for the garden team was much more successful today. A family of monkeys was spotted not far from the garden property which provided some fun entertainment. Most bravely, the team managed to climb the large boulder again with the million dollar view. Africa is stunning!
Since the garden team were finished a little early, they took the opportunity to visit another local church that is affiliated with our project.
Since the garden team were finished a little early, they took the opportunity to visit another local church that is affiliated with our project.
All team members got to speak a little bit and share... once again, meaningful times with some pretty awesome people.
Well, tomorrow, we wind up things with a final half day eye clinic in Boro. Turns out eye needs are pretty significant in this area. Late in the day, we are hosting a dinner for 8 pastors and 12 civic & community leaders. Great bridge building opportunity. Pray for meaningful connections and encouragment all around.
This may be one of our last blogs. We'll be travelling on Friday to Kisumu & then flying to Nairobi. Saturday, we have a Safari in a park outside Nairobi & then we fly out at midnight Saturday - pretty much 24 hours of flying to get home to Canada. Pray for us as we say goodbye to Kenya... pray that we will leave a lasting mark.Lots of love to all... can't wait for some good Canadian hugs!!!!
Durwin for the team
Well, tomorrow, we wind up things with a final half day eye clinic in Boro. Turns out eye needs are pretty significant in this area. Late in the day, we are hosting a dinner for 8 pastors and 12 civic & community leaders. Great bridge building opportunity. Pray for meaningful connections and encouragment all around.
This may be one of our last blogs. We'll be travelling on Friday to Kisumu & then flying to Nairobi. Saturday, we have a Safari in a park outside Nairobi & then we fly out at midnight Saturday - pretty much 24 hours of flying to get home to Canada. Pray for us as we say goodbye to Kenya... pray that we will leave a lasting mark.Lots of love to all... can't wait for some good Canadian hugs!!!!
Durwin for the team
4 Comments:
I'm wondering how you are all feeling about leaving. I would guess a little bit sad. You guys will probably never know the ripple effects that will come from your trip. So glad that God has watched over you and none of you have been sick. We are still praying for you all. Have an awesome time on your safari. We will pray for a safe trip home and that you will get some sleep on the flights. Can't wait to hug and kiss you Kevin and Holly. I have missed you sooooooooooo much. I love you guys heaps! See you Sunday!
Love Suzanne (Mum)
I am impressed with what you have accomplished there , the job that all of you have done and the impact that you have had in Kenya for all people who you met there .
I will pray for you to be back safe and secure in Canada's Land . God be with you .
Peter C .
Hi Diana & Beni,
Glad to hear that the group achieves great results each day and your help, guidance and engagement with the local people made the difference.
We are happy for the little boy, who recovered.
Enjoy your last day and have a safe flight back home.
Love, Ansioara and Ovidiu
Hi Lauri and Brian! We have so enjoyed this blog each day...sharing your adventures in Kenya. The pictures show us that you are fit and happy and doing amazing work. Keep in touch from Uganda....if possible. Enjoy that safari. Safe return. Lots of love, Mom and Dad
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