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| 19th April 2009 nompilo ncube | thumbs up masiye camp - From: Masiye Camp -Teen Camp i attendèd the human rights for schools camp 4rm 19 to 22march 2009.oh ma god,u guy rock.i stil don knw how u manage 2b so welcoming.hie 2u ol bara,stha,wright,confi,mgcini n ol u gr8 ple.kip it up.znt.til w meet again.godbless |
| 15th April 2009 Ezekiel | Hey there - From: Masiye Camp -Teen Camp Hi Kelly and Dakotah long time Hope you are well, I am in Seattle, WA please write me. |
| 26th January 2009 Barry & Bernie | - From: A new year Hi Kelly & Dakotah we miss you have a nice day |
| 14th January 2009 beer | City Photo - From: First REAL snow in Yellowknife. I like photo of the city with the snow in it. I like how there is a Ford Escape in the photo. The presence of numerous Ford vehicles lets me know that this is a good place :-) |
| 11th January 2009 Kelly and Kotah | Thank you for the note - From: Dakotah's Blog Hi Michelle - thanks so much for the note about the Orphanage. I keep informed about them through e-mail send outs. I would love to return too. Zim sure does grab a hold of your heart doesnt it. I'd love to hear more about your journey there. Kelly |
| 11th January 2009 Kelly and Kotah | Sorry We missed you guys - From: First REAL snow in Yellowknife. Hi Kamloops Caseys. I'm sorry we didnt get to see you guys during the Christmas Holidays, I'm glad that you had a good talk with Dakotah anyway. Love you and hope you had a great Christmas. |
| 26th December 2008 anonymous | - From: First REAL snow in Yellowknife. hihi from.g.g.casey.marry.xmass.to.you.all.from.the.kamloops.caseys |
| 9th December 2008 Michelle Shenk | The Orphanage - From: Dakotah's Blog I was at the orphanage in August. Those kids have a way of stealing your heart. I was there for a Month and got quite attached to them. I love Zimbabwe, to me it's home. |
| 20th November 2008 Blaine Young | hi - From: First REAL snow in Yellowknife. hey i missed this one until now. Yikes! that's cold. it's minus 1 right now. Coldest was minus 6 last night renos are still coming along! Talk soon |
| 4th October 2008 Barry & Bernie | Hi Kelly & Dakotah - From: Interesting Interviews and Indecision We hope be able to see you when your down |
| 4th October 2008 Charlene | Oh my... - From: Interesting Interviews and Indecision More decisions... we'll be praying. The 'date'... we'll be praying! Maybe 'that' is what is affecting the decision? Well, have a great time at 'home' and enjoy your family, date, and hunting... you'll have to fill me in on the middle one of course! :0) |
| 3rd October 2008 Barry & Bernie | Spoilt after Kamloop - From: Some notes to describe the day... Hi Kelly you just got to use to Kamloops wheather being there now is reality. Of course we know you can handle it & the sun will come out once again . We Love you as You can tell I'm behind on email's |
| 24th September 2008 Charlene | OH COLD... - From: Some notes to describe the day... YUCK! Who likes cold? Why do people WANT to live in Canada in the winter? I am freezing and it is only ZERO. ZERO. ZERO. Ahhhhhhh! Glad I have a wood furnace. I cannot imagine what is going to happen to me when REAL winter sets in... and it is going to set in for you so much sooner! Pete is back in BC... now I have time to be on the computer :0) for fun! He is hoping to go up to Inuvik for work this week.... he has headed to Ft. Nelson, then Ft. Liard and we'll see where he is taken next! He is excited about the traveling NORTH... not sure why... but whatever! I told him that if he ever gets to go to Yellowknife he better check in! Well... gotta run... cough so hard this morning I think I pulled a muscle near my lungs. Ttyl |
| 22nd September 2008 Blaine and Colleen | that road looks like fun - From: Some more pictures How cool is that. Do you get sick going for a drive on those roads? |
| 16th September 2008 Bar & Bern | Snow ya - From: Yes It Snowed today . Kelly switch truck with that guy for the winter afterall he might just like red. Love you Guy's |
| 15th September 2008 Charlene | WOW... - From: Talitha's Driving...and stuff My girl is driving. That is SO cool! Well not that she hasn't been driving for years (like since she was 6 and we were out camping) but this is different... and I know she's late but OH WELL! Thanks for helping her with this Kelly! |
| 13th September 2008 Barry & Bernie | Pict's - From: Not all Rosy Rock* Tree's* Water* Work truck* Buiding's* You Guy* These are all cool it will save me the trip there to see the place. |
| 13th September 2008 Barry & Bernie | Nice View - From: A Beautiful Place Keep on with the pictures it looks pretty nice there. It looks like bike riding weather there. Here we have beautiful weather I didn't even need a vest to ride. Love you guys |
| 11th September 2008 Barry | The Dump - From: First weekend -treasure hunting "The Mall" This place sound's cool I know if we came there Bernadette would insist on going there as Marie & Yvonne would as well. Me I would tag along, it is so great you found a place there & are making it like home so fast. Dakotah I hope you like the school there, that pancake breakfast was quite the welcome. Bernadette's out in Rosedale at Ruby's till Thursday. Kelly I haven't told your Mom yet that your Grandma is being brought back to Chilliwack from Riverview she is doing better. Lot's of Love Auntie & Uncle |
| 11th September 2008 Jen Bagan | sounds like you're having a blast - From: First weekend -treasure hunting "The Mall" Kelly, Kotah and Talitha, Sounds like you guys are having a great time in Yellowknife. The pics look great. That's awesome that you got so much stuff for such a good deal there. Do you find the average population has lots of money. I will tell of the job opportunity to 12 Stones. Miss ya's. Keep in touch. Godbless, Jen |
| 8th September 2008 Charlene | THE MALL... - From: First weekend -treasure hunting "The Mall" Glad that you had your chance to experience THE MALL... I wish we had a mall like that here... although if my van is ever empty when we drive past driveways a day or two before GARBAGE day I am going to be able to collect some pretty cool things. Was wishing it was empty yesterday on the way home... oh well! There has been some pretty cool stuff left here and with a few screws and a great coat of Melamine... it looks almost NEW! :0) Glad you are having fun! |
| 8th September 2008 Blaine and Colleen | Great to hear from you - From: First weekend -treasure hunting "The Mall" Isn't it fun getting a great bargain!!! We just read your blog. Really, I'm envious - not sure I'd want to live there for the winter but the road trip sounds like it was a great adventure! Keep in touch! |
| 7th September 2008 Barry | - From: And We're Off to the great white North? Hi Kelly & guys hope your doing great, I tried to send a message the other day but it didn't work. Love Barry & Bernie |
| 7th September 2008 charlene | HI again... - From: Yellowknife, Our new home for the Winter Great pic's... those are not the townhouses I lived in when I was there... they are NEWER... I was there 22 years ago. I'll have to see where you are on a MAP of Yellowknife so that I can see where you are in relation to where I was. Hope you had fun at the MALL... wink wink! :0) |
| 2nd September 2008 charlene | Ahhhhh - From: Yellowknife, Our new home for the Winter There is my baby girl (well she's 19 but still my baby) and my friends! How cool is that! Glad you made it safe and sound. Looking forward to seeing more pictures when you get settled in! Wonder if you are in the same townhouse I lived in when I was 18 and working in Yellowknife! :o) Love you, Miss you... etc! |
| 29th August 2008 Val Molnar | Yellowknife!!!??!!! - From: And We're Off to the great white North? Kelly & D....sorry we missed your visit to Clearwater but we were camping with our family on the Queen Charlottes. What`s this about Yellowknife? Are you moving there to stay or just another adeventure? Rob`s Ex wife lives there and, of course our grandson Wesley. he was just here on Vanc. Island visiting his dad for 6 weeks. Fill us in with your news....will really miss your visits if you are so far away val & Mike |
| 28th August 2008 Charlene | HAPPY TRAILS TO YOU.... - From: And We're Off to the great white North? Just wanted to say... have a safe trip (with my daughter)... call sometime... 836-9917. I am trying to get settled back here, feeling VERY tired at the moment. Kids are draining me, need a break... might look into cashing in my Delta miles and going south when it starts to get cold :o) Gotta run, back to cleaning! |
| 24th January 2008 SKHA NKOMO | - From: Masiye Camp -Teen Camp YOU GGUYS ARE THE BEST |
| 8th June 2007 Bar & Bern | What a Trip you guys. - From: Katima Mulilo -Okahandja Long Bus Ride I just read this Blog & I'm impressed at you guys stamina. Kelly this is a strenght that can really help through life. Don't let anything over come you, your number one. Dakota you have quite the Mother. Love you guys Auntie & Uncle. |
| 5th June 2007 Charlene (from Namibia!!) | Can't make it... - From: In Person Presentation Sorry, although I would love to come, it is really too far. I am there in spirit and perhaps a couple of pictures! Hope things are going well! God Bless you as you share HIS work! Love, Charlene |
| 4th June 2007 Bar & Bern | Way Late Comment - From: Hwange National Park and Vic Falls I got around to reading more of you guys Blogs theyre great you guys did a great job. It's great that you got to see the wild life & them up close & not in a Zoo. This looking for tracks with the Spot light is this to make sure you guys were safe for the night? We're looking forward to the photo's. As for the Steak House or the Cattlemens Restaurant sounds like my kind of place maybe not every day. Love you guy Auntie & Uncle |
| 18th May 2007 Charlene (from Namibia!!) | Goat Transportation - From: Swakopmund – Walvis Bay Ok... so yesterday morning Josef (my yard guy... the one whose wife dropped dead on the Friday before you arrived!) showed up at the house... he said he needed to buy a little Bok (I was thinking Springbok...) to feed the family for the funeral which will finally take place 2 weeks later! So I got ready and took him around town (unfortunately it was a holiday... so no meat stores open)... then he decided that we would drive out into the BUSH (with my car... oh if only it was our 4x4!!!), to find his BOK... it was a GOAT! Anyway, we come to this farm and he goes and picks his goat (ALIVE) and ties a leg and puts it in the back of my car (ALIVE)! I paid for it (with the money from those WONDERFUL UK volunteers! God will bless them!!!) and off we went with this WAILING goat in the back of my car, flopping around, kicking things, wailing, crying, pooping... yes POOPING all over the back! :0) THIS IS AFRICA! Well the family was happy... and I came home and had some of the hundred kids who are staying at the house, clean out the car!!! HA! Ok there are only 10 now (just saw 2 more heading over there on my way here!!!). Pete is in the north again with Joe (finishing up the tiling of the Ark!), its just me and a houseful of kids! Don't you wanna come back!?!?!?! Catch you later! Charlene |
| 18th May 2007 Charlene (from Namibia!!) | FUN! - From: Swakopmund – Walvis Bay Thanks for the GOOD TIME while you were here, you two! It was a PLEASURE to have you! Come again sometime and we'll go to STEVE's for some SEEfood (maybe it does sound like CHINESE?)! HA! I managed to find a place to get the rock chips repaired (AMAZING!!!)... it was in the basement of a parking garage, in a dark corner, but they did a fine job (not to Canadian standards... but DONE...)! Kids have settled down a lot (not sure why they were so freaky while you were here... but believe it or not they have calmed down a little... I have had 5 extra kids at my house for the last few days and they asked if they can stay a little longer :0\ We'll see!). Well, no more chasing Oryx, Kudu and whatever those other ones were for a while now... or RABBITS!!! Keep in touch! Love Charlene |
| 14th May 2007 Bar & Bern | Church - From: I held Davis for a full hour and kissed his little head This Baptist Church sounds like quite the place. Hope you guys are doing okay. Mybe someone else there will notice that by getting the kids out of the orphanage once & awhile they would be alot happier. |
| 14th May 2007 Bar & Bern | Babies, Babies, Babies - From: Isaiah’s Umuzi Wothando Dear Kelly & Dakota: We all would like to change the world, hopefully your smile & kindness from the two of you will touch some lives. Hopefully some of the worlds wealthy will give some up to help others. It's becoming a trend that people like Bill Gates , George Clooney & others are putting some of their wealth into those places. |
| 4th May 2007 Deed Casey | You Guy's Are Awesome! - From: Last day in Bulawayo Thanks for the up dates, they are always so good to read. Dakotah you know I love pictures, so my suggestion for souvenirs is pictures! Maybe to wind down after your return putting together some scrap books as gifts would be nice. Mitchell was in a play last week and his class sang YMCA. Mitchell dressed in his Regalia and Dad and I made him a War Bonnet with Goose feathers. (Head Dress) I actually braided his hair in two braides, and yes he told me it hurt when I was doing it! I know that Dad mentioned the dog formely known a Zoey in his comment, well we got a puppy! She will be here next week, she is still breast feeding now, so we think we are going to name her Violet. She is sooo cute, you will love her more than Bandit, I know it! Love you SOOOO much Deed, xoxoxoxoxoxo |
| 4th May 2007 VICTORIA CASEY'S | LOVE YOU KODE - From: Last day in Bulawayo WE MISS YOU KODE, WE LOVE YOU KODE, WE CAN'T WAIT UNTIL YOUR RETURN KODE, THANK YOU FOR KEEPING US UP TO DATE ON THE PRICE OF COCACOLA. DO YOU PRACTICE FANCY DANCING WHEN YOUR MOM IS BEATING THE DRUM? THANK YOU FOR KEEPING US UP TO DATE ON THE PRICE OF COCACOLA. WE CAN'T WAIT UNTIL YOUR RETURN KODE, WE LOVE YOU KODE, WE MISS YOU KODE. LOVE DAD, DEED, MITCHELL, GRAMPA GRANT, BANDIT; AND THE DOG FORMERLY KNOWN AS ZOEY. |
| 3rd May 2007 hi,hi.kamloops caseys | good.day - From: Last day in Bulawayo love you .g.g.casey,see.you.in. kamloops.g.g.casey |
| 3rd May 2007 Bar & Bern | Neat Park - From: Saturday sunday and a Jumble It sounds like a pretty neat Park & I hope your able to bring back pictures of it. This pulpit in the middle of the room could be compared to a Doors Concert where they used half of the coliseum is this a close comparison? Do they make the brick themselves there. I do know that Clayburn Industries here in Abbotsford sends alot of Brick to South Africa. I guess if it were August the temperature would be alot different than it is now or is this their warm time. Love you Both oh yeah Dakota that was great you let your Mom have some of your cheese cake. Auntie & Uncle |
| 3rd May 2007 Bar & Bern | These Men - From: Death, History and Tradition Kelly it sounds like these tribesmen could use some counseling but seeings as they been this way for thousands of years that's not such a good idea. You know how hard headed us guys are here in Canada after just afew hundred years. It's sad about these bushmen, have you seen the movie called (The Gods Must Be Crazy) the Bushmen were super friendly. We love you both keep up the good work. Auntie & Uncle |
| 2nd May 2007 Bar & Bern | WOW - From: Dakotah's Blog Wow what gifts you got, if you don't feel any different Dakota & bet the look in your eye's, is of one, that is alittle more mature. We both love you ---------------------------- H a v e a F u n D a y -------------------- Auntie & Uncle |
| 2nd May 2007 Bar & Bern | Food ? - From: wiil be Away for a few days I guess if you can't get all the fruits & vegetables I guess junk food like chips & pop takes the place . Is the coke there the same as we get here or is it like Mexico where they still make it out of the { Co Ca } Plant. It's hard to keep up with all your adventures keep up the good work Auntie & Uncle. |
| 2nd May 2007 Bar & Bern | Expensive Pen - From: Thembelihle Let's see a million dollars for a pen, lets say if you had Bill Gates money that would be cheap. We're happy your having a good time & I think you visiting these lonely people is great. I see them all the time in the nursing home's I go to afew of them. Hope your picking up some of their language. Lot's & lots of love Auntie & Uncle |
| 1st May 2007 Bar & Bern | What a amazing trip - From: Botswana….Lessons That was quite a venture here in Canada we don't realize how easy we have it. Of course if it was this easy there ,you wouldn't have the adventure. We're glad that you finally got your money & now you saved alot of hassel for others in the future with your what not to do list. I hope that you get to meet alot of people & knowing you, you will leave a mark in their lives & yours & Dakota's as well. |
| 30th April 2007 Charlene | Getting Close... - From: I held Davis for a full hour and kissed his little head Well we are getting close to our time together... I am so thrilled with how God has been working in your lives, using you and teaching you! We are excited to have you, and I am sure you will have a chance to experience something different but also perhaps it will be good just to have some time to wind down and it may render some help to re-entery into Canada. This will be the most difficult part of the trip... going home! We'll talk more about that when you get here... until then, we'll be praying for safety and peace in saying good-bye (or see you later, as we like to say here! Too hard to say goodbye). See you soon!!! |
| 26th April 2007 angie | american idle fundraiser - From: Saturday sunday and a Jumble Just wanted to let you guys know that they did a fundraiser last night on American Idle and they raised $30 million dollars and the majority of the money will be going to Africa to help the orphans and to help with melaria. Isn't that awesome. They had Josh Grobin on singing with the African Quoir. Well hope to hear from you soon. Love you guys and we miss you. Angie |
| 25th April 2007 Joan | hospital - From: Isaiah’s Umuzi Wothando Dear gals, This visit I'm sure upset you greatly, wanting to do something for these little ones. I too have been there in Russia. Pray lots and place each of these little lives in God/s hands Joan Daase |
| 25th April 2007 Sandi Hendry | Thinking of you... - From: Isaiah’s Umuzi Wothando Hi Kelly and Dakotah Thanks for sharing about Isaiah's Home of Love. It was heartbreaking. We really don't know what is going on in other parts of the world, do we? It must be hard to witness what you have seen with the babies and children living in the home - yes, you must want to hold them in your arms and let them experience a caring gentle touch and pray that somehow it lasts a lifetime for them, or at least until some family adopts them. There are so many needs, blessings on you for making a difference to those children. Mathew 25:40 says 'I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.' It's one of my favorite scriptures and it applies so well to your missions trip....Take care and God Bless, love Sandi |
| 25th April 2007 Richard | - From: Isaiah’s Umuzi Wothando I really wish i had something to say, something supportive or positive. Its amazing. I know its happening, but i cant get my head around it. Its so heart crushing to hear. You gals are sweethearts for doing what you are doing. |
| 24th April 2007 shelley | wow - From: Isaiah’s Umuzi Wothando that blog gave me shivers,bring me home that tiny baby kelly i will love it and cuddle it,its so sad.I can only imagine how you guys must feel seeing it,when i had tears in my eyes reading it,but you are doing a good thing so keep up the good work and cuddle them as much as you can,i love you guys xoxoxo |
| 24th April 2007 tee | i love masiye camp - From: Masiye Camp -Teen Camp i am a student from zimbabwe and i have been to masiye..oh boy love that place soo much..i bet it you guys enjoyed. |
| 22nd April 2007 Bern & Bar | Hey Dakota - From: Happy Birthday Kotah Happy Birthday Kotah, along with great big hugs,a whole bunch of them. We love you. |
| 22nd April 2007 Deed, Dad & Mitchell | Hey Girlies! - From: Khayelihle Hello you guy's. Sounds like you are both still doing well. How are Dakotah's wounds? Are they going to scar? Well we almost got a Pug yesterday, but we were a lil bit too late and she was gone. We are still looking though. Don't worry Kodah, it has to be a girl, so we won't be out numbered by the boy's! I am glad that you had a great Birthday. Are there any bikes there that you guy's can get around with? I hope that you will/have some pictures of the house and rooms in the house that you are staying at, that will be neat to see. Take care. Hugs and Kisses, Love Deed xoxoxoxox |
| 22nd April 2007 shelley | paper...yay!!!! - From: Death, History and Tradition i will probably never use it..ill frame it!!!!all the way from there,who would want to waste it on scrapbooking,and since we are on the subject how bout that snowglobe,have you saw any?dayla is on a rugby tournament in williams lake this weekend and off to edmonton next weekend,bianca says hi kotah and cant wait for you to return and tell her all the cool stuff you did,i miss you kell and i would love to give you a great big hug,dee-o gee says ruff,ill write again soon xoxoxoxoxo |
| 19th April 2007 kamloops,casey | hi and good day - From: Dakotah's Blog love'you.g.g.casey |
| 18th April 2007 Sue | Happy Birthday Kotah - From: Happy Birthday Kotah Hi Kelly and Kotah Happy Birthday Kotah.What a super special birthday to have. Thank you for sending me your updates. i have had a great time reading about all the wonderful and caring people you have met and all the places you have been able to visit and assist! Kotah it is wonderful that at 13 you have the compassion for other people but then again you have had that spark for as long as i have known you. Be safe you two! can't wait to hear the rest of the stories and picture when you are back in the part of the world! Cherish every day as every day is life! Love Sue |
| 18th April 2007 Bar & Bern | Want A Coke - From: Dakotah's Blog Kotah I hope this bottle of Coke was Chilled & you had it on the rocks, plus of course there is always the straw. We're glad your safe & we hope to see you soon after your return Love Auntie & Uncle. |
| 18th April 2007 anonymous | happy birthday!!! - From: Happy Birthday Kotah hope you had a great day dakotah and we were thinking about you make sure you take lotsa pictures love you guys lots shelley and girls |
| 17th April 2007 Charlene | HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! - From: Happy Birthday Kotah Happy Birthday Kotah... isn't it exciting having a birthday in another country on another continent! I am glad that you have been able to have this experience. You will remember #13 for a LONG LONG time! We are looking forward to you joining us in Namibia... see you soon! Charlene |
| 17th April 2007 kamloops,caseys | happy.happy ,happy,birthday - From: Dakotah's Blog g,g.casey ,happy,happy,birthday,g.g kamloops casey |
| 17th April 2007 kamloops,caseys | hi and.good. day to you - From: Dakotah's Blog ha ha,to day is your birthday,, happy, birthday,from.g.g.casey.love you.g.g casey |
| 17th April 2007 VICTORIA CASEY'S | HAPPY 13th BIRTHDAY DAKOTAH - From: Dakotah's Blog WE LOVE YOU DAKOTAH Hope you are felling better and your wounds are healing up nicely. We all miss you here and can't wait for your safe return. Dad, Deed, Mitchell, Grampa Grant; and Bandit |
| 17th April 2007 Victoria Casey's | MAKHIWA - From: Dakotah's Blog Love you Kode. Wow, imagine your importance being based on the colour of your skin. Love you Kode |
| 17th April 2007 Auntie Angie | HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAKOTAH - From: Dakotah's Blog Just wanted to say wow the big 13th birthday. Hope you have a great day. Hope your wounds are healing up sorry to hear about that good thing your a tough kid. Talk to you soon. Love you. Auntie Angie |
| 15th April 2007 shelley | xoxoxomissu - From: Dakotah's Blog well at least they have coca cola there and not pepsi!!the girls and i miss you and cant wait for your return,we are still hoping to make it to williams lake that weekend to see you so you guys take care and we love you lots |
| 15th April 2007 Sandi Hendry | Hello again - From: Dakotah's Blog Hi you two. Just catching up on your blog - all so heartfelt and the way you tell it is amazing - I feel like I am there with you. We are all doing well - we had a wonderful Easter at Gateway, made even more special with the baptism of Diane and Tim - how exciting for both of them. Then this weekend some of the men got together to help Ted out. We are raising money for a new trailer for him to live in, and today the men cleaned up his lot at Monte Lake for the new trailer to be moved onto. It was a big job! Also, youth has started up, and Jared had a full page feature written up in the Daily News about it, as well as our hot dog lunches. It was an awesome article - now let the teens come and fill the space! Sending a hug, take care and God Bless! Praying for you as you continue your journey! Love Sandi |
| 11th April 2007 Bar & Bern | Sound's Pricey there. - From: Easter Sunday Is there telephones there wouldn't that be cheaper Kelly, the cell phone requires Towers it's hard to imagine towers in that area but there must be. Kotah you weren't eating these bunny size easter eggs were you. We think that your doing such a good job there & in life it to our best interest to something for someone at one point or all the time this world would be a better place. We met up with Mom & Dad on Monday on their way back from Salt Spring Island. As for all this expensive gas. A year ago I read an artical about a race car driver who invented a compressed air car. This would get a hundred miles to the gallon & the factory was suppose to be in South Africa. We love you both & stay warm & safe. Love Auntie & Uncle. |
| 10th April 2007 kamloops.casey | love,you dakotah - From: Thembelihle tanking of you,gg, casey |
| 10th April 2007 kamloops,casey | love,you - From: Six week countdown to arrival love, you from,kamloops.casey,g,g |
| 9th April 2007 Bar & Bern | No Roof - From: Dakotah's Blog Hi there Kelly & Kotah What can I say, if they have the spirit, one day they'll have the church either by their own hand or by others. You talk about this man with no feet but I can imagine he's adapted to the best of his ability. The power situation doesn't sound good & it makes our odd power outages seem so unimportant. One thing unlike there the TV goes off & we get to talk to one another. About the riddle it's over our head's but I think your Mom will come up with it. Lots of love Auntie & Uncle |
| 9th April 2007 Bar & Bern | Teaching how to wait - From: Fountain of Hope Hi Kelly & Kotah Hopefully one day the rains will come they will have harvests to take care of & more volenteers will arrive. Of course they will be just like you guy's. But for now this Fountian Of Hope program is right on. You mention Sadsa & Beans there is no mention of fruit. This DVD along with the hope you can give them will help to shape their future. These guys with all these wives is such a shame. Your right the telling the children is the only way out of this vicious circle . You guys are doing great Love Auntie & Uncle. |
| 9th April 2007 Bar & Bern | Molley - From: Dakotah's Blog It sounds like you guys should run down to Canadian Tire & get Molley a new battery, but I guess that's not possible. About these Lion's & Leopards wouldn't it be that you would see them out in the wild. Dakotah we all know that you can run fast. Glad your having these experiences. Lot's of love Dakotah Auntie & Uncle |
| 9th April 2007 Bern & Bar | Do you have bicycles there. - From: Mission in Technology Hi Kelly & Kotah I hope the gas prices for them drop soon someone is making these prices because of supply & demand. We're glad your safe & keep up the good work & the communication. It sure would be nice if others would do the same as you to help out, it would help them out alot plus give them more knowlege. We love you both Auntie & Uncle. |
| 8th April 2007 Deed Casey | Happy Easter! - From: Dakotah's Blog Happy Easter to you guy's! Sounds like you are doing well. I am glad to hear that Dakotah is being so brave in her work. Dad and I are proud of you too Kodah, you are such a good girl. We both can't wait to dog pile you as soon as we see you and smother you with kisses and tickles, AWW doesn't that sound good? he he, this is like reading a really good book, Kelly, except I usually don't get into books that way, so you are doing a great job! Can't wait to hear what happends next! Love always, Deed xoxoxoxoxoxo |
| 8th April 2007 anonymous | miss you guys - From: Easter Sunday HAPPY EASTER!!!iTS GOOD TO SEE THAT THE EASTER BUNNY IS POOPING FOR YOU KOTAH EVEN THO YOU ARE ALL THE WAY OVER THERE.IT WAS SO BEAUTIFUL HERE YESTERDAY +21JUST FOUND OUT THE OTHER DAY THAT MY NEICE HAS CANCER,WE ARE ALL HOPING THAT THEY CAN DO SOMETHING,SHE HAS 3 LITTLE BOYS.I WISH I COULD TALK TO YOU,BUT ILL JUST TELL YOU ON HERE HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU GUYS.TAKE CARE AND PLAY SAFE LOVE YOU SHELLEY XOXOXOX |
| 8th April 2007 Kelly and Kotah | Thank you Kamloops Caseys - From: Water Fuel and Disabled Kids Hi Granny and Grandpa, Its good to see that you are watching. Happy Easter. |
| 7th April 2007 Angie | HAPPY EASTER - From: Mission in Technology Hello I just wanted to say happy easter. You guys are doing the best thing for god on this joyous celebration by helping out his people. Love you lots Angie |
| 4th April 2007 kamloops caseys | hi,from,g.g.casey - From: Water Fuel and Disabled Kids happy, e.to you from g,g,casey |
| 4th April 2007 kamloops caseys | - From: Masiye camp- workshop kamloops casey.hi and good day to you frmoe the kamloops happy e to you |
| 4th April 2007 Bern & Bar | End Dates Are The Begining Dates Of The Future Dates. - From: Masiye camp- workshop I hope the comment made some sense. This workshop sounds great & it's sad you had to leave. This Idea about shoes sound good maybe you can gather than tag it onto someother shipment that is going that way. Dakota we're all proud of you it's great that you can stand up in front of a class with ease. Even with this so called end date, you guys will have the memories & maybe future friendships through emails & such. Have a great day everyday. Love Auntie & Uncle. |
| 4th April 2007 Bern & Bar | Jenni's house - From: Dakotah's Blog It would be great to ride in the back of a truck injoying other people's company even if you can't understand just laugh along with them ,I hope it wasn't raining. You have written alot ,this not having anything to write about. I use what I call is a prelist, I make short coments on a piece of paper then later I use that it amazing how much it helps. Kotah are you making bracelets & that as well & how about Noma is she still with you?. Last but least Kelly if you had to eat those cow pies they would be better cooked. Keep up the good work. Love Auntie & Uncle. |
| 4th April 2007 Bern & Bar | We had a snow fall here on the 2nd - From: Another Day- Rain Hi Kotah & Kelly This trip to Feta must be an adventure & even more so with a wet butt, what type of vehicle is this & is there such thing as a back seat. All this fancy food your having must make a Mac Donald burger sound good, I don't know if I could bring myself around to eating intestines. I'm impressed on how much typing your doing it is like the stamina that one needs to keep up a full page journel. We had a snow fall, the flakes we're huge. You guys stay safe love you both Auntie & Uncle. |
| 2nd April 2007 Stephen | Wow - From: Another Day- Rain You're writing so much I'm having a hard time keeping up lol! I think it's so cool how we can all read about your adventure and all you're going through over there. Do you have a camera? It would be awesome to see some pictures! Well, I have to get back to school...Keep up the good work! :) |
| 2nd April 2007 RIchard W | Bricks - From: Chipangali and A breazy Church Oh i wish it was closer... I would be dropping bricks off the next day. Thanks for keeping the blog updated. It really is a great read and cause for reflection Thanks Richard |
| 2nd April 2007 Mitchell Casey | Your brother misses you! - From: Dakotah's Blog Bandit had a Huge tick on her forehead and we thought it was a wart, then it fell off and Mama sat on it! Then we noticed that it had legs and it was a tick. The tick's here on the island are different than the one's in Kamloops. Gramma is coming here for Easter. Did you take your Jack Sparrow hat and pirate madalion that we bought at Disneyland with you to Africa? My hair is so long now that it is half way down my back. I got a new stuffy and it is a Pug! Dad beat this new game called "Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter". Do you want to try it when you get here this summer? Do they celebrate April Fools Day there? If so, did you fool anyone? Do they drive Jeeps? Dad would like that! Bye Kodah, Love Mitchell xoxoxoxoxo |
| 2nd April 2007 Deed Casey | Nice to hear you guys are well! - From: Chipangali and A breazy Church We look forward to reading what you guys are up to on the other side of the planet. I am such a visual person, I can't even imagine what it is like there. I was happy to hear that Dakotah is having fun and enjoying herself. Yay, Kodah you ARE surviving with out your cell phone! We miss you Girlie! Those children must be happy to spend time with you guy's. Love Deed xoxoxox |
| 1st April 2007 Patrick & Joan | This service that you perform... - From: Chipangali and A breazy Church The experiences you are sharing with us are amazing. We need to hear more about how the other 2/3 of the world lives; our hearts need to hear that message from people like you - people we work, live, and worship with - people we trust and love to give us that news. It’s especially encouraging to know that you care so deeply for people everywhere - we know because we’ve served with you and saw you give your hearts to those here at home facing hardships locally at the PIT Stop. Hopefully many here at home will also move forward with active compassion for what you have done and what you have shared, and respond by sharing their time, talents, and resources. Thank you for advocating for our brothers & sisters in Africa. May God continue to keep you safe and bless your time there. Our love, Patrick & Joan 2 Cor 9:12 This service that you perform is not only supplying the needs of God’s people but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanks to God. |
| 1st April 2007 laura W | Hey Have Fun - From: Another Day- Rain hey dakotah great to hear from u and thanks for sending me your blog well have fun |
| 1st April 2007 bianca | hi kotah and kelly - From: Dakotah's Blog Hi kotah and kellY!! how are yu guys doingg?? i saw some of your pics!! looks like you guys are having lots of funn!! I just got back from vancouver yesterdayy it was sooo much fun i dident wanna leeve. We did lots of work to help all the homeless people! man its diferent down there but i bet its not like Africa.. but its pretty bad.. I stayed in a church wile i was there it was soo big! bigest one i have ever seen it had a gym in it i was like wow !! it was like a hotel there were rooms and stuff it was soo cool and there was a really cool place were all the kids hang out and its called the fridge.. its not really a fridge its just called that.. it some couches and tv and pool tables and a hole bunch of other stuff.. but i dident really hang out in that part i mostly hung out where i wasent really allowed haha .. in the sanctuary.. I went and walked the streets a few times and there are alot of homeless people.. its really sad.. im glad a have a good home.. it makes me appretiate my life alot more.. Oh and I rode a sky train!! it was prett cool.. i bet you have riden one of those things millions of times though hey.. but i found it pretty funn i was actually kinda scared to ride it in the first place haha but it wasent scary once i got on it. I also went to a really big mall it was called metro town it had 4 floors in it !! it was huge but the only tihng o bought was boxers and candy lol. I had to work lots wile i was there though.. but it wasent that hard of work.. just pretty much cleaning and stuff .. but mostly easy work.. and on the last night i was there i stayed up allll night ... it was fun.. but i have2 go soo i love you guys soo much!! and have fun! and stay safe!!!!!!!! c you in may.. i hope.. BYe!~! |
| 1st April 2007 Aunt Laurel | You are great - From: Another Day- Rain I Kel, every time I read your updates I think you and Dakotah are doing and on such an amazing journay. Hope you are taking lots of pictures. The people you have met sound that they enjoy both you and Dakotah's help and generosity . Keep going and I am a very proud aunt Love to both of you Aunt Laurel From: Charlotte Austin To: Charlotte Sent: Saturday, March 24, 2007 11:00 AM Subject: Fw: e-mail prayer Hello Everyone, I was asked by a very special friend of a friend to help a teacher who is using an e-mail prayer as part of her religion class. It was difficult for me to decide who I thought would DO this. I hope I chose the right eleven. Please send this back to me. (You'll see why.) There is nothing Attached. Just send this to eleven people. Prayer is one of the best gifts we receive! May today there be peace within. May you trust God that you are exactly where you are meant to be. May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith. May you use those gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you. May you be content knowing you are a child of God. Let His presence settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love. It is there for each and every one of us. Now, send this to 11 people within the next 5 minutes and remember to send this back... I count as 1... you'll see why. Suggestion: copy and paste, rather than forward |
| 31st March 2007 angie | wonderful days - From: Another Day- Rain Hi Sis It is so awesome to hear of the wonderful things you guys are doing. The weather is finally getting warmer here not as warm as there of course but the sun is shining and I can finally get out and take pictures. We miss you allot. Love Angie, Kayla and Sarah PS Talk to you soon |
| 31st March 2007 shelley | hi guys - From: Another Day- Rain wow i can hardly beleive what you guys are experiencing,oprah goes there quite a bit,tell her i say hi if you see her!!!!!i miss talking to you guys and i am counting down the days till we see you,bianca will be home from delivering blankets to the homeless in vancouver today,she had a great time with the youth group,if people are going to be sending stuff there i would love to help out ,just give us an address.love you guys so much be safe and have fun shell xoxoxox |
| 31st March 2007 Kelly and Kotah | School Supplies - From: Another Day- Rain Hi Richard, School supplies are for sure something that the families struggle with. Unfortunately the mail quite often gets "sidetracked" if you know what I mean. I don't want to talk too candidly until I am home. Generally they probably won't get here. You would be so great at this work Richard. I do hope that you get to bless people with your heart soon too. Take care. and feel free to e-mail me. I think I have the thing figured out now. |
| 31st March 2007 Richard W. | Do you need anything? - From: Another Day- Rain Kelly, I am so glad to read about the things that are going on for you. It is very moving to hear your perspective. Is there anything that you guys need/want. I can mail the school supplies and things if you get an address. Will that work? The things you do may help a little now, but they will help alot later when others read and see what things are like there. You are doing a great service. I wish i was with you guys and was seeing the same things. |
| 31st March 2007 sting ray | go fish.. - From: more on Maputo and Sunday Wow ladies, some awe inspiring excursions and experiences. Do smart mosquitoes bite? is the ripple for the large mouth fish? Why do rangers show thier rods? Looks like many caring thoughtful endevours and nice new people. Have fun and bring home many photos to show uncle Jeff. |
| 30th March 2007 Mom & Dad | Hi, Kelly & Kotah - From: Water Fuel and Disabled Kids There are no words to say how proud we are of you. I cry every time I read of your jobs for God. Should I send the park ranger a fishing rod & reel? If yes, send us an address and I will see if we can make it happen. You are both in our thoughts and prayers every day. Dad. We are on our way to Saltspring today. God is so good and I know you are safe. Keep your armour on. Ephesians 6:14-18. See if you can bring back the words and music to some of the songs you are learning. We are blessed by your messages and what you are doing. Dakotah, your comments are so descriptive. We love to hear every detail. Oh, the price of gas is $1.05/litre. Love you both, Mom & Dad |
| 30th March 2007 Stephen | Cool - From: Dakotah's Blog Mom showed me the letter that you sent here...I'm not sure where she got it...probably from the church. It sounds like you've been having quite an adventure. It must be nice to be able to read to the children. Do any of them speak English? I love zebras too! Keep up the good work! :) From Steve |
| 29th March 2007 JessicaK | HAve fun - From: Dakotah's Blog Thanks for sending me the blog hope ur having tons and tons of fun! well c ya l8tr ( i guess.....hmmmmm) lol well ttyl From:Jessica (ms.Hulls class) |
| 29th March 2007 kamloops,casey | - From: Water Fuel and Disabled Kids hi you love your e,mail ,kamloops caseys,g.g |
| 29th March 2007 Bern & Bar | That was alot of reading - From: Water Fuel and Disabled Kids Hi Kelly & Dotah I just finished reading from back around the 23rd I added some coments as I went along. This water problem, they can have free of charge some of our BC rain. We sure had plenty. Are you bringing Noma back with you, of course I know the answer to that. That Idea of getting Dorothy's email is great knowing you, Dorothy would gain alot. It's 10:04 here at the moment what is it there. I liked the up the tree trick by Kotah in the game of Hide & Seek who would think. As for the price of gas just awhile ago on the news they told us that gas prices are rising & in some places it's $1.20 a litre out here it's & 1.04 I take it Kamloops wouldn't be to different. It would sure be nice if the States could spend half of their war buget in Zambabwe. It's great that your having such a good time I hope that you don't end up drinking the water there that would be Montezuma's revenge. Lot's & lot's of love Auntie & Uncle. |
| 29th March 2007 Bern & Bar | The Late Reader - From: more on Maputo and Sunday Hi Kelly & Kota are you guys able to speak the language some or is all you do in english. It is so great that your able to help out in any way your letters in this blog are great & it's great that your staying safe. Mar 28 Next |
| 29th March 2007 Bern & Bar | Fantastic - From: Maputo - National Park Kelly you weren't suppose to paint the White Elephant & I hope you don't have a thought of riding it. You haven't spoke of Piranha or other type's of fish. It could be that there are no lakes or rivers around there, it sound's like the transperation part of you guys trip is eventfull. Now for the next one. It's Mar 28 |
| 29th March 2007 Bern & Bar | I'm looking at this on Wed Mar 28th - From: Reading with the Children of SOS It's neat that Dakota has Noma, it's sad how many children are affected by this disease. It sound's beautiful there & you guys have alot to do. Know l'll check out further Auntie can read this later. |
| 27th March 2007 Mark | Wow - From: Maputo - National Park Hi Kelly / Dakotah..Sounds like you two are having way too much fun....I think you should come back to work Kelly! Just kidding of course....What an incredible adventure. You a lucky young lady Dakotah! |
| 27th March 2007 kamloops,caseys | - From: Maputo - National Park love you fome ,kamloops casey |
| 26th March 2007 Joan | - From: Maputo - National Park Hi gals ! Sounds like you are having a great time ! Have fun Love Joan |
| 26th March 2007 shelley | hello my friend - From: Long time coming My journal... glad you guys made it there safe and hope you are having an experience of a lifetime all is well here and we will talk again soon love you both and miss you xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxoooooooooooooooooooo |
| 26th March 2007 Sandi Hendry | Just saying hi - From: Reading with the Children of SOS Hi Kelly and Dakotah - just letting you know I'm thinking about you. Love the blog - white rhino's - amazing!! What a creative God we have! blessings.... |
| 25th March 2007 Christine | Things to be grateful for - From: Maputo - National Park Hi guys! I am so happy to read that you've been having all of those amazing experiences (I've just caught up with everything today; sorry that I haven't responded sooner). I was relieved to hear that your airplane trips happened without negative events to speak of. I am curious how you will bring home any souvenirs if there is no room in your suitcases to put them? LOL Try not to feel down about not understanding your purpose there yet, it will come to you eventually; even if you subtly affect one person's life you will have done well, and dutifully served the way you have hoped to. Remember that you are physically in Zimbabwe and that in itself is probably more than you could ever have hoped for previously; therefore you have conversely managed to serve already. I am positive that you have already touched the hearts and lives of many people there. I’m sorry that the e-mail (telephone) system has you feeling isolated. Please be comforted in knowing that we are all thinking of you constantly, and that we are with you in your heart. As for the picture not turning out, the memories will remain like little movies playing for your own private screening anytime you want them too! ;-) Lots of love to you both, Christine |
| 23rd March 2007 Dana hurtubise | With you in prayers - From: The second Big blog Caught up now Hey, Good to read what is going on for you both. Sounds like quite the culture shock indeed. Keep on struggling and you will find the path that God desires you to be on. Things may not appear as we like and/or planned. Sometimes God has different plans for us than the ones we made for ourselves. Stay open minded, open to the Spirit and you will find your way. You remain in my prayers. Dana |
| 23rd March 2007 MICHELLE | SOUNDS EXCITING - From: The second Big blog Caught up now WOW YOU ARE ON THE TRIP OF A LIFE TIME SOUNDS LIKE SO MUCH FUN AND VERY EDUCATIONAL FOR DAKOTAH KEEP SAFE SEE YOU IN THE SUMMER |
| 23rd March 2007 Deed,Dad&Mitchell | We love you Dakotah! - From: The second Big blog Caught up now - Kotah you are strong as you are beautiful. Give your Mom one of your super strong hugs today and tell her that you love her. (Love, Dad) - Hi girlie, take in some of that heat for me OK! Mitchell learned how to ride his bike today! YAY! Stay strong you guy's! (Kisses, Deed) _ Hi Kodah, I love you Kodah! I miss you Kodah. Bonjour Kodah! Salut Kodah. Gonichiwa Kodah! (Hugs, Mitchell) - Bark, Bark, wine, wine, yawning wine. (Licks, Bandit) |
| 23rd March 2007 Kathleen, Richard & Paige | All out Love - From: The second Big blog Caught up now WOW. What an extraordinary adventure you are on. I am so proud of you both, and will continue to check in on what you are learning and teaching. - Definitely an experience of a lifetime for you both. Stay in touch, stay safe and allow yourself to make the incredible memories that will take you healthily into your old age! Love you tons. |
| 22nd March 2007 Richard W. | Misquitoes - From: Kotah's Entry Glad to see you gals are doing well. Its inspiring to read your blog. I am really impressed. When i get back home i am going to start planning a trip. I will have to pick your brain kelly, so make sure both of you get home safe and sound . Oh, and the misquitoes here in NZ, are even slower and clumsier than in canada beleive it or not.... its the small 'noseeem' sand flies you have to watch out for. BTW i am doing a 8 day hike today around some volcanoes! So no misquitoes for me. Take care and stay safe! |
| 21st March 2007 Bar & Bern | Wow - From: The second Big blog Caught up now We can't believe how good a job you did sending this message & you guys will benefit from this experience for years to come. You will be blessed with the knowledge that you are helping people that have less. Sorry we didn't get a message to you sooner but I just found what you have written & we took turns reading it out loud. Have a nice day. It's 4:32 pm Wed afternoon here & we have ten feet of snow, not really actually it's cloudy & the odd shower, just think about our weather when it's really hot there. WE BOTH LOVE YOU GUYS VERY MUCH BE SAFE. See you later. |
| 21st March 2007 Bar & Bern | Hi there - From: Kotah's Entry Hi guys glad you guys made it there okay, we are alittle jealous but after the mosquito story we could pass up on a trip there. Of course they wouldn't bite us. Hope to hear from you guys soon Love Auntie & Uncle. |
| 21st March 2007 Joan Cochrane | Wow so different - From: Long time coming My journal... Hi Kelly and Dakota: I am amazed at all you have witnessed and thank you for your descriptive notes. God's richest blessings to you two as you continue to learn and grow in the diversity of His Kingdom. Love Joan |
| 21st March 2007 Clint | - From: Long time coming My journal... The Victoria Casey's are glad to "read" that you have made it safe and are already well into your African Adventure. Dakotah, hang in there and think cool thoughts We Love you. |
| 21st March 2007 Deed,Dad&Mitchell | We Love You Dakotah! - From: Long time coming My journal... Hey, guy guy's! Wow, it sounds like you are seeing and learning so much. This log is great! Hopefully in time you will be able to post some pictures. Mitchell wants to know what Dakotah does all day. We wish you both well and we are looking forward to reading your next entries. How hot is it there anyway? Stay safe! Love always Deed xoxoxox p.s. Coca Cola? |
| 16th March 2007 Charlene | Hope you made it safely - From: The art of Packing. Just wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you and praying for you. Hope all went well on your flight... I am sure God is in control. I am sure he will bless you as much or more than you will bless others during your time... Keep us posted... can't wait to hear from you. I did try to SMS Godwill... hopefully I will hear back from him as to your were-abouts! Love, Charlene |
| 15th March 2007 Joan | - From: The art of Packing. Hi guys, Yes, there are always hickups on trips. Keep your goal in the forefront and go for GOD. God is with you both and He has not brought you this far to leave ya now. Joan |
| 13th March 2007 Dana | We'll be following you along your journey - From: The art of Packing. So glad you created this site so we can keep track of you both. You will be remembered in our prayers throughout your travels. Safe travels and have fun! Dan, Dana & Nathan (Hurtubise) |
| 13th March 2007 Richard W - from NZ | Luggage and Travel - From: The art of Packing. I have to feel for the luggage issue. I too have had to give up certain items that i wanted to take due to the limit. Even now i am sending some things home via slow mail in an effort to 'trim down' the weight. Hoping things go well for the both of you. I'm envious of your adventure! Stay safe. |
| 10th February 2007 michelle | have fun - From: Bounties of Icefishing sounds exciting have a great time and stay safe dont let the babies you encounter play too much with your heart strings or you may be coming back with more than you thought love you the austin_browns |
| 10th February 2007 Val | Way to go Kelly & Kota - From: Six week countdown to arrival Look forward to following all your plans We will keep you covered in prayer God`s blessing on your hopes & dreams |
| 9th February 2007 Barry Webber | Neat Site - From: Bounties of Icefishing That is so cool that you can do such a sight, it must be hectic at this time hope to see you before you guys leave. |
| 9th February 2007 Christine | I'm sure I speak for all of us when I say.... - From: Bounties of Icefishing As one of the dearest people in my life, I know that if anyone can persevere and accomplish the many aspects of this trip, it's you two! My confidence in you could not be any higher. I know that you not only have a wonderful time, but a meaningful one, not only for yourselves but to the many lives that you touch while you are there. We love you, and look forward to the many journal entries you are sure to write, and the stories and pictures you will share. Most of all though we wish for you to have fun, and come back to us safely. Sincerely, Christine and Kayla |
