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| 10th October 2009 Josh | Haven't Been to Turkey So I am Living Vicariously - From: Again From Turkey Enjoying following your trip. I haven't been to Turkey as of yet and look forward to the opportunity. For now I must travel vicariously through your blog. Enjoyable travels. |
| 1st October 2009 Linda | emails - From: News Update About Computer Error I have been wondering why I am not included......happens to be most of the time. Thanks for the heads up~ |
| 1st October 2009 Linda | Adventures! - From: The Adventure Continues You are certainly one for adventures and I can see you are embracing all that you can! Best wishes on your journey home, Linda and Randy |
| 28th September 2009 Val | Thanks - From: It's a Long Road To Tiperary.... Hi bro just wanted to let you know Jennifer got home and is full of stories. Thanks for taking her with you. She can't wait to go back! Am in the process of looking at her pics and can't wait to see yours. Stay safe Val oh yeah, Bleach doesn't remove the red dust out of socks and runners. I guess thats a small price to pay huh? |
| 25th September 2009 Susan De Carlo | Need Shopping Ideas - From: A Shopping Trip to Kisumu for School Supplies Your article was interesting and entertaining to one who has just returned from a visit to Kenya. I am trying to locate on line a source from which to purchase a blackboard, chalk and erasers to be shipped to a school in Amboseli National Park. Can you help by identifying a source of school supplies in Nairobi or Mombassa that might have internet access? Any help would be much appreciated. |
| 23rd September 2009 Sheila | Wow! - From: On The Road Again That's such a beautiful story! But all of them are. I wish the kids I teach could see some of this, could understand just how much the world needs their help, and just how lucky they really are. Enjoy your safari. Sheila |
| 21st September 2009 Michael | Popcorn and beer - From: The Doctor Is In! I wonder whose idea it was to make popcorn....Heather??? I'd love to try one of those ice cold Tuskers! Excellent scribing Todd. I feel like I've been in Kenya with you. |
| 20th September 2009 Lanna | Heather's gift of art - From: We Finally Meet Michelle I'm glad Heather is able to share her creative gifts with children. There is such honesty in how children express their joy in their art. Hope your journey finds such joy every day. |
| 19th September 2009 Lew Fulton | Thanks Todd! - From: We Finally Meet Michelle Todd, these are great descriptions of your days there. Thanks a lot for being our "eyes and ears" and giving such a vibrant picture of Bumala, the school, and your VERY hectic days. I know from similar days I've had out there that when you are working with Charles, making things happen, and basically being treated like a celebrity by all the kids - its exhausting! But hang in there, and keep those posts coming! |
| 10th September 2009 anonymous | - From: The Travel Adventure has Begun! I wish I were there. I miss it so much.I have to work on going with yu one time Todd. Amazing |
| 1st September 2009 Connie | Good Luck - From: Trip Preparations Have a safe trip. Best of luck getting all that you are wanting to get accomplished done effortlessly & look forward to hearing all about your days. |
| 31st August 2009 Monique | Wow gone again - From: Trip Preparations Todd I envy you and your work. I hope that in the next few mnths i will be able to do some volunteering with One Cjild Village. I am no longer working with Tamani and crave the feeling i get from helping. Look forward to future posts. |
| 3rd July 2008 Gail Bumala | Bumalas for Bumala - From: Back From Bumala! I'm very curious about the origin of the name of this village for obvious reasons. I did have a great uncle who was in Africa during WWII. Hmmm...I'd like to know more about this project, since I think the Bumalas should do something to help out the village of Bumala! |
| 30th June 2008 Val | Hey bro - From: June 29 - Museum and rest. Don't you get sick and make me come down there!!! Take care Love hearing all the things you are doing and seeing Val |
| 23rd February 2008 Oscar Osindo | Thanks - From: Bumala and Beyond! Thanks for coming all the way from the UK to help our people. I come from Bumala myself and I identify with all that you report. I have also been to the UK many times and I am aware that to spare a few pounds for such a cause as support to the poor of Bumala is a sacrifice. |
| 10th January 2008 Agola | not sure anymore - From: Back From Bumala! I just read your comments. I know I am one year old - but I have few comments First I am from bumals 2. Thank you so much for your interest in this area 3. I went to school in this area in the 70s and now am a doctor in the USA with several masters degrees so this place has potential 4. Be careful though and talk to the local community/admin leaders because primary/grade school is FREE in Kenya. Kids/families pay no tuition to attend school. If you see people parading kids for tuition - it is likely that you are being conned. I know because my family is currently helping quiet a few kids through high school. Finally, please keep up the good work |
| 10th July 2007 hélène audet | Turquie - From: Again From Turkey Locky You! Say hello! To Istanbul, to Ste Sophie (the Bleue Mosquée), etc. for me. What a beautyfull city! I am eager to hear about Konya. It's so different from the rest of Turkey. Did you have the chance to see the Derviches Turner? Good luck! and keep up the good woork! Y enjoy to read your jouney on the blog. Hélène |
| 4th July 2007 Daren & Barbie | Incredible!! - From: Bumala and Beyond! These stories are a real eye-opener. I can't wait until the next one appears. You are so right about the difference we can all make in these peoples lives. I agree with you on how lucky you must feel with a local contact like Charles. You describe him as a wonderful soul and an incredibly compassionate human being. It makes one wonder what is really important in this life. Stay safe and happy, and know that you have the total support of the people who love you over on this side of the pond. |
| 3rd July 2007 Hélène Audet | Retour - From: Bumala and Beyond! Bon retour à vous deux en terre canadienne. Votre vie reprendra certainement avec un petit changement dans les priorités. Souhaitons que les douanes kényanes ont été compréhensives.... pour le retour car.......... eux aussi aiment bien profiter de la générosité du (riche) touriste. Bonne continuation de voyage à Tod. Au plaisir!D'avoir le gros rapport. Hélène |
| 3rd July 2007 Hélène audet | Bumala - From: Bumala and Beyond! Thank you so much for keeping us up to date. I was so eager to ear from you both. Quel thrill pour moi ici de lire vos péripities avec tant d'émotions, j'imagine facilement comment ce doit être pour vous sur place de vivre des moments semblables. Ce doit être enivrant par moment. Je vous envie, et chapeau! pour tout le travail que vous faites et avez réussi à faire sur le terrain. Il est fascinant de voir comment on peut faire avec si peu, c'est motivant pour nous de supporter davantage votre projet. Je m'inquiète un peu pour Charles une fois seul après votre départ. Certaines personnes ne partageront pas tous la même générosité et sincérite que lui, on va envier ses contatcs avec vous pensant qu'il en retire certains bénifices. Vous avez tant besoin de lui! Nous avons hâte de voir et entendre davantage sur votre excitante expédition. Longue vie à votre louable projet. Love Hélène |
| 3rd July 2007 Peter Kiriakopoulos | Great Stuff! - From: Bumala and Beyond! I love the pics! Especially the one of "Mercy Cristelle". Puts a smile on my face every time! |
| 30th June 2007 Gloria | Thanks for the inspiration! - From: Back From Bumala! Hi to both of you, Cristelle and Todd! Thanks so much for taking the time out of your busy days to keep us all in the Africa loop. It is truly inspiring to hear your day-to-day experiences, along with the powerful insights and emotions that arise from them. Take good care, I'm with you in thought and spirit! Cheers, Gloria |
| 30th June 2007 Monique | - From: Back From Bumala! I am so happy that all is going so very well for you all while you are there. I only hope that my trip to Nairobi and Tamani goes as well as yours. I want you both to know how inspiring yur notes and daily experiences are to those who look forward to doing what you do for children. Although Tamani is still in its infancy we too have seen so many changes and leaps forward. I thank you for sharing all that you are going through. And I just wanted to let you know Todd. Our girls have moved into the new home today and we will be getting photos to share with you when you return. Thanks again. |
| 30th June 2007 Connie Boutkan | Amazing - From: Back From Bumala! Thank-you for the updates. I can't begin to imagine what you have seen, but I am grateful that you are there to touch the hearts, & lift the hopes of these children & their families. God-speed, & am looking forward to hearing more. Thank-you! |
| 30th June 2007 Peter Kiriakopoulos | "Teddy Bear" - From: Back From Bumala! It makes me very happy to know that "Mercy Cristelle" has put a smile on their faces! |
| 30th June 2007 H.Audet | Masai Mara - From: Back From Bumala! Oups! Bon safari à Masai Mara, je ne sais pourquoi j'avais en tête le Serenguetti. Masai Mara est plus réel dans mes souvenirs. Je vous souhaite d'excitantes découvertes que tous les animaux soient au endez-vous, et bonnes observations. Ln. |
| 30th June 2007 hélène Audet | Serengueti - From: Back From Bumala! Chanceux! Je vous souhaite de belles observations et un beau safari riche en photos dans les plaines du Serengueti. Pense à moi Cristelle. Locky You! Love You XXXX Hélène the mother. P.S. J'ai hâte d'avoir des nouvelles au sujet du terrain acheté et de la construction. Avez-vous dégusté la chèvre? |
| 30th June 2007 Hélène Audet | Bumala - From: Back From Bumala! Plusieurs fois par jour je vais vérifier le courrier en attendant des nouvelles de Bumala. Je suis si heureuse ce soir de recevoir des nouvelles de vous deux. Merci pour ce que vous faites pour ces enfants en notre nom, ils ont tant besoin de notre aide. Sommes très près de vous tous, et avons si hâte de vous revoir. Bonne Chance avec les transactions pour la construction.Take care! Je présume que vous êtes en bonne forme. Soyez prudent! Love XXXX Hélène et Daniel. P.S.Tante Thérèse B. et Lise A. font dire qu'elles vous admirent et vous supportent à cent pour cent et sont fières de votre travail et projet. |
| 29th June 2007 Jennifer | Wish I was there - From: Back From Bumala! Hey Uncle Todd, why didn't you take me with you?!?!? Every entry I read brings a huge smile to my face and tears to my eyes. It's a great feeling to know that someone I know is making such a difference. We definitely need to talk when you get back on how I can start helping to make a difference. Can't wait to see all your awesome pictures, hear all your awesome stories and read more of your adventures. Have fun, be safe and share the love. |
| 29th June 2007 Anne Theriault | - From: Another Day at the Kawangware Orphanage I stand in awe and amazement of all that the two of you are doing! Keep up the great, most meaningful and profound ,contributions that you are making. |
| 27th June 2007 David Pare | Good on Ya - From: First Visit to Kawagware! Hey Cristelle and Todd, good to hear it's going so well...your blogs make it all vivid. David |
| 26th June 2007 Mavis Lorentz (Todds Mom) | - From: Another Day at the Kawangware Orphanage Dad and I are so enjoying your day to day adventure. Hope everything goes well. |
| 26th June 2007 hélène audet | Orphelinat Kamangwarw. - From: Another Day at the Kawangware Orphanage So nice nice to fallow your journey. Thank you for keeping us up to date. Ce ne sont pas les besoins qui manquent, comme vous devez resentir un certain degré d'impuissance. Incroyable comment ces gens peuvent être démunis. Can't hardly wait to ear from Bumala. Je crois que le choc sera encore plus grand quisque vous serez étroitement reliés à la cause et aurez un poids sur les épaules à vouloir remédier rapidement à améliorer la vie de ces orphelins. Get ready Cristelle! Il y a toujours mieux, mais... toujours pire aussi. Sachez que seulement votre présence en ces lieux apporte un réconfort et beaucoup d'espoirs à ces gens démunis de tout. Suis près, près de vous par pensé. Prudence en tout! Love You all Hélène. |
| 24th June 2007 hélène audet | Arrivée - From: We Have Arrived!! Piouf! You made IT! Kenya est toujours Kenya à ce que je vois. Heureuse de savoir que le poêle solaire est passé et pourra se rendre à bon port. La morale de cette histoire et le mot de passe est: "ORPHELINAT". Bravo! Et bonne chance pour les prochaines rencontres. Sommes très près de vous et attendons avec impatience vos rapports si vivants. Take care! Hélène et Daniel XXXXXXXX |
| 24th June 2007 Val | - From: First Visit to Kawagware! Can hardly wait to see pictures. Be safe |
| 23rd June 2007 Meryl Tihanyi | URGENT! - From: First Visit to Kawagware! Todd, go to Canon's website and download the drivers for the camera!! It didn't even occur to me to tell you before!!! Love to you all- Meryl |
| 23rd June 2007 hélène audet | Kawagware - From: First Visit to Kawagware! Chers vous Deux! Je vais me faire brève et en français. Je suis si boulversée que les larmes prennent le dessus des mots. Cristelle, ma chère Cristelle and Tod je suis dépassée, sans mot, devant ce que vous faites. Vous êtes des ambassadeurs qui font notre fierté et c'est un privilège pour moi de suivre de près votre admirable projet qui ne fera que grandir, plus vous allez découvrir les besoins sur place. Votre vie ne pourra plus jamais être la même. Merci Tod! de nous permettre de vivre ces moments de façon aussi vivante, je me sens si près de vous, j'entends ces chants chantés avec tant d'ardeur, qu'ils vous en donnent des palpitations, l'énergie qu'ils dégagent leurs danses tribales endiablées se sent, leurs regards, leurs sourires nous pénètrent et viennent nous chercher au plus profond de soi-même. Les rencontres kenianes d'il y a 17 ans sont revenues comme si c'était hier, je vous envie. Je t'assure Cristelle que ton départ des slums m'a viré à l'envers, je te voyais et je me disais; endurcis-toi la couenne ma fille car ça fait mal ces moments et tu ne peux faire que ce que tu peux. Je me sentais si près de toi......... Je vous embrasse. Bonne CHANCE! dans les transactions et contrats pour l'orphelinat. Lâchez pas! Je vous regarde aller, c'est si beau Hélène (mère de Cristelle) |
| 23rd June 2007 hélène audet | Chapeau! - From: First Visit to Kawagware! |
| 22nd June 2007 Meryl Tihanyi | - From: We Have Arrived!! Thrilled you both arrived safely albeit exhausted! Look forward to hearing more as your trip progresses- |
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