I have been pondering the idea of hope in africa for the last week. Eric the boy who is disabled from Nairobi's children home has been on my mind and what hope there is for him. I found out he has Cerebral Paisley, he was so malnourished I didn't realize that and I have many friends who have CP. I got the awesome opportunity to go to pick up a boy from Tumaini at his special school. His name is Kamoni and he was taken into Tumaini from THe same childrens home Eric is at. He also has CP but now he life looks completely different, he is almost able to walk, he is going to his own school for kids with disabilities. He is about to feed himself and play and he is really really happy. He sings which is the sweetest thing to hear. At his school there was 12 other students who has a huge range of disabilities. It was cool to see a very kind teacher who loves them and wants to help them thrive. It gave me hope for Eric and made me so happy to be a part of Tumaini which is sending Kimoni to this school. It gives me hope!
i dont know if that makes sense to anyone, but please know that daily myself and the girls get to experience seeing Hope in a way we never have before. Kenya is such a beautiful country and a lot of our fears of it are not true. A lot of the things we worried about most dont exist here. kenya has opened my eyes a lot. ANd the other girls too.
WE are all so happy to be here. we have 4 days left with the kids. If I wasnt living at home I would try to figure out how to Adopt this girl name joy who has stollen my heart.
We leave for safari soon. I Have been practicing searching for animals in a tree at the farm. i was convinced that there was a loan goat in the field and went on and on about how i am the best animal finder there is....but to my embarrassment it was a stump.... now i know how my dad felt with the "bear" he saw at yellowstone when i was a child =0) we love you guys!!!!!!
How wonderful to start my day with your touching blog. It has been such an incredible trip for you all.Emily, I wanted to thank you for all you are doing for our girls! You have taken them to a place and showed them growth in a manner, that I think only you could have done. You have truly given Ryann a view of the world, that is going to impact her in such an incredible way.I believe she will change the world in some way.It will be these remarkable tools you have given her that she uses to do it! THANK YOU EMILY! You are a special woman and you have a special place in the worlds and my heart! ..Rod
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ReplyDeleteGood job Emmy and everyone. You are all making a difference in the life’s of the Tumaini children. The memories you bring back will help guide you on what is really important in your own life’s journey. It was a majestic mother grizzly bear with her cub. They were foraging for berries, and playing hid and seek. Just because it was 5 miles away across the valley, and I have 200-400 vision… :-)
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Emily, It is such a joy to read your posts, they always bring a huge smile to my face! I'm glad everyone is having a great time working with the children. I hope Eric and all the children you've mentioned...even those whom are not, live healthy and happy productive lives.
ReplyDeleteYou guys are going a wonderful job!!! Be very proud of yourself!!!
Ryan, I want lots and lots of pics!!! I miss you!!
Kat
I am so excited to see all the photos!!
ReplyDeleteYou guys seem to be having such an awesome time...I'm keeping you in my prayers! And I smile just thinking of the amazing time you guys are having.
God Bless!! xoxoxo
I'm keeping track of your trip to Kenya. What a wonderful experience, Chelsea. You'll have memories that will get better and better over the years. Take care of yourself and lots of love.
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