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Today was another full and beautiful day in Kenya. We began under bright sunshine as we headed to Flora’s home, where we were welcomed with open arms. The women there are incredibly strong, yet so kind to let us try our hand at mudding their home. What a privilege to learn from them. We also had the joy of meeting Flora’s sweet grandchildren, Maryanne and Jacob, whose smiles could brighten any day.
From there we traveled to Arise & Shine School, where the children stole our hearts the moment we arrived. Our craft time was enjoyed by all—teachers included! Their singing was a delight, filling the room with joy. We shared the story of Daniel in the lions den, reminding the children of Daniel’s courage to pray to God even when the king commanded him not to.
As the afternoon went on, the weather changed dramatically. Clouds rolled in, followed by strong wind, pounding rain, and loud thunder. What began as a beautiful sunny morning turned into a fierce storm, making the already muddy roads even more difficult to pass.
Despite the weather, we continued with our widow visits. Each home humbled us deeply. These dear women work with incredible strength and perseverance, often with very little. Many are raising their grandchildren—and today we even visited a widow who is also caring for her great-grandchildren. Their courage and resilience left a deep impression on each one of us.
It was a busy day, but our hearts are truly full. Even in the storms—both weathered and witnessed—we saw God’s faithfulness, joy in the small things, and the beauty of serving alongside such remarkable women and children. The natural beauty of Africa was also amazing today. The green fields and meadows, the blue sky and even the thunder and downpour were thrilling.
