We finally have some good news, at least, we think! Last night, the mediation team had a news conference and annouced that they have finally reached an agreement on "power-sharing" and the details are being worked out and will be made known next week. We almost heaved a sigh of relief...almost....we really have to wait and see what happens. It is certainly a good sign after the deadlock the last few days.
We know that people camping in the make shift shelters are beginning to return to their own homes. Many of these people will return to almost nothing. At the refugees camps, our students told us that some had taken their "houses" apart and came to the camp with the "mabatis" (iron sheets), pieces of wood and nails they had pulled out when they dismantled their "houses" - actually simply structures made of pieces of wood and iron sheets. They are now ready to return to rebuild. Children are also ready to return to the routine of school.
It seems like we have turned a corner and things are getting better. The one thing that has not gotten any bettter are the prices of everything. I was amazed at the amount of money that has passed through my hands. Everything has gone up by about 40%! That really hurt us as a family of 4, can you imagine the effect that has on our orphanage? We need a miracle!
At least for now, the country has calmed down considerably - even the most affected towns and cities in the western part of Kenya are beginning to settle down. Now, we have the bigger task of bringing healing - spiritual. emotional and physical to the nation - one individual at a time, one family at a time and one church at a time. During these past weeks, the events that had happened had also exposed some of the so-called preachers/Christian leaders for who they really are. I believe the Lord is also cleansing His church here in Kenya so that He can bring a revival to our midst.
I wanted to share some pics of our family (instead of pictures of refugee camps since most of you had already seen them in the news or internet). Kathryn was part of the Model of United Nations delegates. She represents the Red Cross and did a great job in presenting her resolution which passed the first round altho it didn't make it in the final round. She worked hard in this project. They had to dress up the whole week for the event and they actually met in the UN headquarters which is about 5 minutes from their school. It was an amazing experience for her.
You can read the wording on the certifcate if you click on the picture....
Vickie, our athlete, had a busy day on Sport's Day...she was in a relay team, high jump, long jump and several other events.....She loves sports- any kind and fashion! This is Essie, her bestfriend.
This is her long jump event, she won third place at over 10 feet. The girl who won first place jumped over 10.7 feet....so close!
Getting ready to sprint???????
She came in second in the 100m, losing to Essie,
We are so grateful that in the midst of the seriousness of all we do, our kids can enjoy as normal a life as possible. It helps us too! I will continue to keep posting and let you know how things will progress. Meanwhile, I am continuing to find it challenging to source for food and supplies for our orphanage with the outrageous pricing and also medication for some of our kids who needs special care. We are so grateful for some special donations that has come in during these past weeks to tide us over for a couple of weeks. Thank you!
We know that people camping in the make shift shelters are beginning to return to their own homes. Many of these people will return to almost nothing. At the refugees camps, our students told us that some had taken their "houses" apart and came to the camp with the "mabatis" (iron sheets), pieces of wood and nails they had pulled out when they dismantled their "houses" - actually simply structures made of pieces of wood and iron sheets. They are now ready to return to rebuild. Children are also ready to return to the routine of school.
It seems like we have turned a corner and things are getting better. The one thing that has not gotten any bettter are the prices of everything. I was amazed at the amount of money that has passed through my hands. Everything has gone up by about 40%! That really hurt us as a family of 4, can you imagine the effect that has on our orphanage? We need a miracle!
At least for now, the country has calmed down considerably - even the most affected towns and cities in the western part of Kenya are beginning to settle down. Now, we have the bigger task of bringing healing - spiritual. emotional and physical to the nation - one individual at a time, one family at a time and one church at a time. During these past weeks, the events that had happened had also exposed some of the so-called preachers/Christian leaders for who they really are. I believe the Lord is also cleansing His church here in Kenya so that He can bring a revival to our midst.
I wanted to share some pics of our family (instead of pictures of refugee camps since most of you had already seen them in the news or internet). Kathryn was part of the Model of United Nations delegates. She represents the Red Cross and did a great job in presenting her resolution which passed the first round altho it didn't make it in the final round. She worked hard in this project. They had to dress up the whole week for the event and they actually met in the UN headquarters which is about 5 minutes from their school. It was an amazing experience for her.
You can read the wording on the certifcate if you click on the picture....
Vickie, our athlete, had a busy day on Sport's Day...she was in a relay team, high jump, long jump and several other events.....She loves sports- any kind and fashion! This is Essie, her bestfriend.
This is her long jump event, she won third place at over 10 feet. The girl who won first place jumped over 10.7 feet....so close!
Getting ready to sprint???????
She came in second in the 100m, losing to Essie,
We are so grateful that in the midst of the seriousness of all we do, our kids can enjoy as normal a life as possible. It helps us too! I will continue to keep posting and let you know how things will progress. Meanwhile, I am continuing to find it challenging to source for food and supplies for our orphanage with the outrageous pricing and also medication for some of our kids who needs special care. We are so grateful for some special donations that has come in during these past weeks to tide us over for a couple of weeks. Thank you!
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