“Lions and tigers and bears, Oh my.” Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz This line reminds me of a place in Locust Grove, GA called Noah’s Ark Animal Sanctuary. There was a special trio called BLT: bear, lion, tiger. They were rescued together as babies and have grown up together at the sanctuary. This is … Continue reading Lions and tigers and bears, Oh My
community
Mtu ni Watu “A person is people” captures the essence of the human relationships in East Africa. No one lives a solitary life. All are dependent on one another and only in community is a person fully human. This is the African proverb on the first page of our Kiswahili language book. The school here … Continue reading community
Home Stay 2.0
What is a home-stay? You go live with a local family for a time to observe the way they live on a day to day basis. You are their guest but you join in on the things done every day. Usually you have not learned much language in your new culture so communication is limited … Continue reading Home Stay 2.0
We made it
Greetings from Kwale, Kenya. We finally got our phones sorted out and now have internet access again. We praise God for safe travel. All our luggage is back together and made it to Kwale safe and sound. Please pray for us as we continue to adjust to new surroundings. Also pray for wisdom as we … Continue reading We made it
Expecting to be Rejected
The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone; Psalm 118:22 He was oppressed and afflicted, yet he did not open his mouth; he was led like a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before its shearers is silent, so he did not open his mouth. Isaiah 53:7 If the world hates you, … Continue reading Expecting to be Rejected
Ha3els in Africa 