Many Schools

June 13

Well my hot shower didn't last very long. It was lukewarm this morning. The first place we went was Kerina school. This was a place for students who were deaf, blind or has mental illness. A tour of the facility showed that all they had for food was one sack of grain. How sad! 

After the tour, we were given a presentation. We are becoming quite used to this as they have done if every where we go. Several people spoke, students performed songs and prayers. These presentations also typically are to ask for assistance in any way we can. Because they are an indirect culture, we were told that they are not asking us in particular for assistance, but rather the bishops who are traveling with us.

Most of the children here were younger so they were fascinated with us. They would peak around the corners and giggle when I smiled at them. After they talked to us we were able to take a group picture with the children. There are 21 children that board here, but there is a total of 40 students total.

The second school we visited was Nyachenhe Secondary School. We met with the administration here as well. Many places here in Kenya offer soda to their visitors. I do not drink pop at all, but it feels rude not accept what they are giving us. 

Gotichaki Technology School was the next place we visited. Here we were given lunch. Ugail is not my favorite food at all! Then we took a brief tour of the area. They have sewing classes, mechanics, carpentry, and a technology portion that had one computer. It was interesting to see a vocational school in Africa. 

Lastly we visited the secondary school that is in conjunction with Gotichaki. Again, we had another presentation complete with more pop and the administration telling us what they would like us to buy for them.

This was out last day being around many schools and children. I wish there would have been more time to talk to the children and spend with them like we did at Udom, the fist Peoject 24 Rescue Center we visited. 

Our bible study discussions have been a good way to talk about the trip and what we are feeling. Now, we are starting to talk about reverse culture shock that could happen when we return. Many nights here we have been able to continue to build relationships with our fellow travelers. I'm looking forward to continuing these relationships when we return home.