First Day in Kenya

Today, was a truly great day. I visited Happy Day Academy led by Mary Kabaru (Bernard's wife). She now has 130 students--I can't wait to get the pictures posted--hopefully tomorrow morning. Mary asked the parents of her students to send food supplies to school--corn, beans, flour, etc. Today, the Mary and the children divided into groups and visited the slum areas around Tigoni and Limuru giving out the food supplies. In fact, most of the visits were to families that had children (on scholarship) of Happy Day Academy. The children sang songs in the homes (most 10 ft by 10 ft), the children prayed for the families, and the children gave the families the food. Also, Mary or one of the leaders shared about Jesus Christ. I was so impressed with Mary teaching the children not only the academic but also how to serve others--how to give--how to minister is Jesus' name. This was a really special experience.

Later at Happy Day, the Happy Day Olympics were held. Sack races, spoon carries, tire rolling, etc. This was a great time. Yours truly was invited to participate but should have stayed on the side lines for the tire roll. Proudly he was leading until the ground rose up and tripped him. But, his tire came in second. Even if he limped off the track.

Had the opportunity to see Carol Kabaru at her school. Judy, Cynthia, and Shirley along with Jane (Bernard's sister) prepared some special treats for Carol for the visit. She was very happy to see everyone. Her spring break begins in two weeks. Everyone else was out.

The night ended with a great Kenyan meal at Bernard's house. Thank you for your prayers.