First off, I changed the settings so anyone can post a comment without signing in-sorry about the hang up there!
We are back in Nahuru to pick up supplies and check out the internet world. Seems like all is good back home--I'm happy to hear that the rain is coming. Unfortunately I can't say the same for here. may is supposed to be their rainy month and they got very little. in an area that so desperately relies on the water for so much this is not good. many of the families collect rain water from the gutters off the roofs to use for cooking and drinking and that is running out. some have wells and pumps, but even those dry up after a day of laundry, cooking, and water for livestock. the neighbors share what they have though and everyone is mindful of the limitations. i think about every glass of water i use for washing and haven't washed my hair in going on two weeks now!! the lack of rain also means no misquitos though, so we are safe from them.
we finished our work at the school yesterday. as per lauren's suggestion, we built a good fence around the small shamba (farm) that can now be used to grow fresh fruits, greens, and vegetables for the special unit. neighboring chickens and cows broke through their last fence and other parts were taken by people for fire wood. hopefully we have left a lasting gift that will literally keep on giving.
this past week has been wonderful. each day that passes i find it more difficult thinking about our leaving. i have fallen in love with joyce and her two girls (susan, 7 and ashley, 4) and the many women in the village that always greet us with a strong handshake, joy, and warm tea. there is no doubt in my mind that i won't be back. i am already trying to think of how i can manage to eventually stay here for more long term.
so, i'll have to post the day of laughter note later--as a reminder though, "chup-chup"
also, we heard from austin and sara in malawi and are set to visiting them!! very excited about that new addition to our travels. hear from me soon and love you all very much!!
dad--still haven't heard from you : ) so hope you're getting the posts and email me or something!! sure you're busy with the rain and all though too. love you!
much much peace,
megan
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HI!!! Pappy caught your blog first this time! I had checked last night! =0) so then we send emails "megan has blogged" Hopfully spud will show dad how to leave a comment!!! The afternoon shift had to get ALL the 23 residents in the hall today..AS the nurses "thought" they heard the tornado siren blow (false thou the weather was bad)lol..I thought about calling in to see if they needed help..but man the rain was coming in sheets!!!!! I will get my share of that later on I am sure! Wish we could pass on some rain to you!!!! I help Christi this Saturday with 2 weddings! She always asks if I have heard from you!!!! I will pass this new blog along!!! Love ya!!! Hugs and Kisses...Momma
Hujambo Megan na marafiki.
Habari zenu? Great work fence-building and volunteering at the Special Unit. I am determined to coninue the volunteer connection with Doane students and others.
Can't wait to join you all. Hope you are having fun in Lamu.
Safari njema.
Tutaonana,
Mwalimu Betty na Carla
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