Settling In
In Kenya, storms come and go. Unlike Canada, the two we’ve seen in 24 hours have lasted just 15 minutes. But to see it hail straight for 10 minutes, leaving white on the ground in Africa was not what we expected. We were glad to have tin roofs over our heads and concerned for our Kenyan friends that did not.
The mobile clinic and construction project are both progressing well. Our second day was probably easier on the team in some ways – since we knew what to expect. Crowds of people at the clinic, piles of 4kg bricks at the construction site. The clinic managed to double the number of individuals treated. The builders decided not to count the bricks.
The team is faring well - there's a great spirit among the team. Daily team debriefs are usually very entertaining. Lots of adjustments as we go. When we first arrived, we took pictures of everything. Now the cameras are coming out less frequently the environment is thankfully a little less stimulating.:) Some of the team are finding their Kenyan appetites growing, while some are finding them fading. Lots of chicken & kale & kale & chicken.
The days tend to be pretty hot… at the construction site, Durwin has the lead in drinking close to 4 litres of water in 6 hours. He sweat just a little. At night, some have difficulty falling asleep because of the heat. Room fans will be our suggestion for the guest house comment box. Speaking of our rooms, it is interesting to see that each of us have such variety in terms of our bathrooms. Showers particularly come with a self heater that you turn on before taking the plunge. Some showers don’t work, some have cold water, some give just a tinkle. We compare notes in the morning.
The team is faring well - there's a great spirit among the team. Daily team debriefs are usually very entertaining. Lots of adjustments as we go. When we first arrived, we took pictures of everything. Now the cameras are coming out less frequently the environment is thankfully a little less stimulating.:) Some of the team are finding their Kenyan appetites growing, while some are finding them fading. Lots of chicken & kale & kale & chicken.
The days tend to be pretty hot… at the construction site, Durwin has the lead in drinking close to 4 litres of water in 6 hours. He sweat just a little. At night, some have difficulty falling asleep because of the heat. Room fans will be our suggestion for the guest house comment box. Speaking of our rooms, it is interesting to see that each of us have such variety in terms of our bathrooms. Showers particularly come with a self heater that you turn on before taking the plunge. Some showers don’t work, some have cold water, some give just a tinkle. We compare notes in the morning.
Probably the greatest thrill of the trip so far, was Diana running from her bathroom screaming. A cockroach, the largest anyone had ever seen (even at the zoo), was tucked nicely under her toilet roll. Good thing Diana had presence of mind to pull up her pants before running from the room. Beni, the good husband provided further fun as he tried several methods to eradicate the insect. We’re having roast cockroach for dinner today.:)
We may be out of contact on the blog over the weekend. On Saturday, we are expecting 600 kids at the sport’s day; however, our field worker Edgar is giving us some last minute higher estimates - up to double the number. Lord help us. Sunday we are visiting two churches - Jenny is preaching at one, Durwin at the other. The rest of the team will be doing a program with the children. Thanks again so much for your prayers... life here is hard, but we're having the time of our lives!
Some more pics
P.S. All of us are missing our families... but to the young kids from the crowd: Sam, Zach, Caleb & Noah, their Dads say from the bottom of their hearts... "Stop giving your Mom's such a hard time!" (Lol, Luv u lots)Pastor Durwin
6 Comments:
Hey Guys,
We will be praying for your sports day. You are in are thoughts alot. Durwin & Jenn, we will pray for your Sunday messages touch hearts and change lives. Love to you all - Angel
PS: Hey Hon, hope you are having the time of your life :)Love you lots!!
Great sports day... we're all kind of wiped... but satisfied. We'll post pictures later.
Love you too! Say hi to everyone at home and at Hillside. We're praying for you too.
Durwin :)
Hi Jennifer,
I'm so happy to see that you are all having such a great time. It's wonderful to be able to follow the daily blog and to see all the amazing pictures. Hope your health is still holding up. Love you and miss you lots.
love,
Mom
Hi Diana and Beni,
We're happy to see that you arrived safe in Kenya and we are proud of you two, and the work you do there. You are in our thoughts and prayers and we hope that this experience will bring you closer to God. We can't wait to see you back and talk about all your experiences on the trip. God bless you and keep your safe!
love, Ana and Beni
Hi Dad I hope your having a blast.
I had a soccer game yesterday.
We did such a good game the coach bought us candy!
LOVE you lots.
Noah
P.S. We won the game 3-1.
Hi you all!!! You all look marvelous. We are all so proud of you. You will undoutedly leave a wonderful impression of Christ's church from Canada on those precious people in Boro. I'm sure it will be very difficult to leave. We will be praying you home safely. We love you all so much. From Papa/Brian OOOXXX for Holly
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