Blogs from Kampala, Central Region, Uganda, Africa - page 38

I was whisked off early in the morning. We headed down a bumpy country road to a botanical gardens. It was an amazing day. We sat on a cliff over looking Lake Victoria, watching fisherman and boaters as well as wildlife. We took a walking tour of the gardens seeing many different species of trees and Colobus monkeys. The sights were amazing...unfortunately I forgot my camera! We headed from the gardens to the Beach Resort for a swim and lunch. Lunch was fish and chips...sounds like home....not quite. The fish was a talapia and it was the WHOLE fish. It was deep fried and served with a BBQ like sauce. The sight of the whole fish frightened me but I had planned to try anything presented to me so I was in. No cutlery....fingers only. The ... read more

The first two weeks have been pretty calm and sheltered...life on the compound is very American - even the food is American! I've really just spent time with the Hurleys' at their home, getting acquainted with domestic missionary life. My days are all pretty routine: wake-up, breakfast, dishes, shower, quiet time, lunch, dishes, play with kids, dinner, dishes, and depending on the day there is either game night or fellowship time after dinner or maybe a movie night if the kids have been particularly well behaved. I am learning a lot about what a "God-centered" home / family looks like; while I grew up in a Christian home, I would not have called it "God-centered," so this is giving me a new look at family life. I'm doing well...I'm trying to learn Lugandan, which is the ... read more

Well finally I get to a computer. After a safe journey here I am enjoying all the wonderful things that Africa has to offer. Fred and his friends Francis and Muireann have been amazing hosts. It is even more than I expected but overwhelming at the same time. The poverty is evdient with your eyes but the people would never let you know as they are all dressed nicely with huge smiles on their faces. I have experienced te hussle and bustle of city life as well as the peace of life in the village. I have amazing pictures o share but forgot to bring my camera tonight. As you may have noticed I have not been updating my blog for two reasons...lack of computer access and lack of time...they have me schedules from 6am to ... read more

Well is is Christmas here in Dubai. I arrived safely and will be getting on the final flight shortly. Will update soon as people are waiting for this computer.... read more

As the plane began descending, I was looking out the window at the quaint houses and I noticed the road…and this very thought occurred to me: “Oh my gosh, they really do drive on the other side of the road!” Not that I didn’t believe it, but it became clear to me that I really was about to land in England! The landing was smooth and soon I was off the plane and heading toward customs. Since I had nothing to declare and I was only there for a short time (what they refer to as “transit”) my customs experience went smoothly; I had a nice chat w/the customs guy and I was through the door…I WAS IN LONDON!!! The first order of business was to call home, so I made my way to a phone. ... read more