More from: June 13

IMPRESSIONS IN MY MIND

After a busy four days in Kisumu, Rodney and I returned to Nairobi. Usually talkative, we spoke few words as we traveled. The needs are great in Kimumu, especially in the Okundi Village. Impressions of pleading widows, glassy eyed children and weary older men flooded my mind and heart. The small church in the village is bearing the burden to teach, educate and feed all in the village. Most men are dead and gone. As the remaining adults lose hope what will happen to the children? We must return and go near to them.

RICH CULTURE IN KISUMU

Spent the day with new friends in Kisumu. We were welcomed into the home of a wonderful lady who had breakfast ready to serve. Three men joined Rodney and I for fellowship. What a thrill to enjoy the rich culture of our new friends. Fresh mango juice, boiled eggs, chipatis (better than torilla shells), sausage and hot tea (chai) with milk and sugar were served with lots of laughter.

TWO + SEVEN + TWO = ELEVEN !

When I asked the lady of the house how many children she has her response was, "oh, I have so many children". After breakfast she told us her story. A single mother with two now grown children, she began taking in orphaned children. Seven live with her now and she is planning to take in two more soon. She introduced each one as "my son/daughter". What an inspiration she is to me, to share her love and what limited resources she has with so many....