Hi everyone!!!
Today we went on our adventure to the nearby town of Nanyuki. We are learning that the smooth drive we are used to in California is being replaced by the potholed and bumpy roads that cause bruising and discomfort here in Kenya. Nonetheless, we were estatic to make it into town and particularly to breakfast at "The Eatery." The group of us dined on everything from pancakes, to fruit salad, to omelettes, to milkshakes. Although our food desires were temporarily satisfied, parents - be prepared because all of us have lists in our notebooks of the foods we are craving once we get home.
After a delicious breakfast, we wandered the town, which is about the size of San Rafael, to a bunch of souvenier and curio shops where almost everyone found either jewelry, masks, salad tongs, dvd's, and/or belts etc. to buy from the vendors. We all mastered the art of bartering although we still kept in mind that each of the vendors sells their artwork for a living and it does not hurt to pay just a little extra. Before coming home we made it to the grocery store where everyone quickly stocked up on food for our remaining days.
Back at Daraja we had a busy afternoon: for 4 hours there was a rotation of dance, music, sports, and photography. Sumari and I learned some African dance moves and let the girls do some of their own choreography which was performed along with some American dances after dinner. Lizzy, Julia, and Lauren continued their work with a mix of the Swahili song, Choupele, as well as Wade in the Water and Down to the River to Pray - all three of which were also performed tonight. In photography, Jane, Steve, and Jono began their advanced photography course on portrait photos. Sports went well as usual . . . for most. Erin took a dive playing tag providing a lot of entertainment for the girls - for her family and friends, she is uninjured however dusty.
Tomorrow, Megan and Alison continue their journaling and creative writing course and Sumari, Lauren, Olivia, Kenia, and others begin their first class of WISH - the women's empowerment course. Jane and Lizzy begin the endeavor of replastering the Shamba Shed,and despite technical difficulties (splintering wood, unruly nails, and dying skillsaws) Jamie and I will once again tackle our third bench. For the outdoor building, we are all anticipating that the girls are passionate and enthusiastic about helping; currently Alison, Jane, and Julian remain veteran wood holders for stability during the sawing,
After dinner, we had a campfire with the girls which was great. Looking forward to continuing all of our projects tomorrow as well as to the Kenyan donuts that are being served for breakfast.
Much love from everyone!
Paige
PS. From all of us, especially Jane, Happy Birthday Will Cavagnero!
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| The boys help with kitchen supplies |
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| Megan teaches punctuation and formatting rules |
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| Lizzy's WISH break-out discussion group |
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| Steve gives some photo-editing pointers |
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| Breakfast in Nanyuki |
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| Lizzy, Lauren and Julia lead an evening of African and American song |
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| Jono and Teddy share a moment |
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| An impromptu dance following Paige and Sumari leading an African and American dance demonstration |
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| The evening ends with a marshmallow roast! |
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