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Date: 22nd February 2011
Thanks
Whitney. Thanks for the update. Sounds like you are having a fascinating time. Ernie Z.
From Blog: Tuesday, February 15th - Friday, February 18th
Thanks
Whitney. Thanks for the update. Sounds like you are having a fascinating time. Ernie Z.
From Blog: Tuesday, February 15th - Friday, February 18th
Date: 21st December 2010
together as one
christele iam impressed with ypuor interest in our people.i grew up around kawangware i remember trekking there for soccer matches we would walk bare footed and play with footballs made with papers stuffed together.funny but it was my happiest moments,besides being beat up by bigger boys!i live in indianapolis usa now.i also remember inspte of the poverty,some people i grew up with were very smart.its tough out there for a fool!lolhope we can blogg more.asante
From Blog: First Visit to Kawagware!
together as one
christele iam impressed with ypuor interest in our people.i grew up around kawangware i remember trekking there for soccer matches we would walk bare footed and play with footballs made with papers stuffed together.funny but it was my happiest moments,besides being beat up by bigger boys!i live in indianapolis usa now.i also remember inspte of the poverty,some people i grew up with were very smart.its tough out there for a fool!lolhope we can blogg more.asante
From Blog: First Visit to Kawagware!
Date: 16th June 2010
First Visit to Kawagware
I laughed and cried and smiled and wished I was there!
From Blog: First Visit to Kawagware!
First Visit to Kawagware
I laughed and cried and smiled and wished I was there!
From Blog: First Visit to Kawagware!
Date: 10th October 2009
Haven't Been to Turkey So I am Living Vicariously
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.
From Blog: Again From Turkey
Haven't Been to Turkey So I am Living Vicariously
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.
From Blog: Again From Turkey
Date: 1st October 2009
emails
I have been wondering why I am not included......happens to be most of the time. Thanks for the heads up~
From Blog: News Update About Computer Error
emails
I have been wondering why I am not included......happens to be most of the time. Thanks for the heads up~
From Blog: News Update About Computer Error
Date: 1st October 2009
Adventures!
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
From Blog: The Adventure Continues
Adventures!
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
From Blog: The Adventure Continues
Date: 28th September 2009
Thanks
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?
From Blog: It's a Long Road To Tiperary....
Thanks
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?
From Blog: It's a Long Road To Tiperary....
Date: 25th September 2009
Need Shopping Ideas
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.
From Blog: A Shopping Trip to Kisumu for School Supplies
Need Shopping Ideas
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.
From Blog: A Shopping Trip to Kisumu for School Supplies
Date: 23rd September 2009
Wow!
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
From Blog: On The Road Again
Wow!
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
From Blog: On The Road Again
Date: 21st September 2009
Popcorn and beer
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.
From Blog: The Doctor Is In!
Popcorn and beer
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.
From Blog: The Doctor Is In!
Date: 20th September 2009
Heather's gift of art
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.
From Blog: We Finally Meet Michelle
Heather's gift of art
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.
From Blog: We Finally Meet Michelle
Date: 19th September 2009
Thanks Todd!
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!
From Blog: We Finally Meet Michelle
Thanks Todd!
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!
From Blog: We Finally Meet Michelle
Date: 10th September 2009
I wish I were there. I miss it so much.I have to work on going with yu one time Todd. Amazing
From Blog: 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
From Blog: The Travel Adventure has Begun!
Date: 31st August 2009
Wow gone again
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.
From Blog: Trip Preparations
Wow gone again
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.
From Blog: Trip Preparations
Date: 3rd July 2008
Bumalas for 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!
From Blog: Back From Bumala!
Bumalas for 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!
From Blog: Back From Bumala!
Date: 30th June 2008
Hey bro
Don't you get sick and make me come down there!!! Take care Love hearing all the things you are doing and seeing Val
From Blog: June 29 - Museum and rest.
Hey bro
Don't you get sick and make me come down there!!! Take care Love hearing all the things you are doing and seeing Val
From Blog: June 29 - Museum and rest.
Date: 23rd February 2008
Thanks
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.
From Blog: Bumala and Beyond!
Thanks
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.
From Blog: Bumala and Beyond!
Date: 10th January 2008
not sure anymore
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
From Blog: Back From Bumala!
not sure anymore
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
From Blog: Back From Bumala!
Date: 10th July 2007
Turquie
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
From Blog: Again From Turkey
Turquie
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
From Blog: Again From Turkey
Date: 4th July 2007
Incredible!!
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.
From Blog: Bumala and Beyond!
Incredible!!
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.
From Blog: Bumala and Beyond!
Date: 3rd July 2007
Retour
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
From Blog: Bumala and Beyond!
Retour
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
From Blog: Bumala and Beyond!
Date: 3rd July 2007
Bumala
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
From Blog: Bumala and Beyond!
Bumala
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
From Blog: Bumala and Beyond!
Date: 3rd July 2007
Great Stuff!
I love the pics! Especially the one of "Mercy Cristelle". Puts a smile on my face every time!
From Blog: Bumala and Beyond!
Great Stuff!
I love the pics! Especially the one of "Mercy Cristelle". Puts a smile on my face every time!
From Blog: Bumala and Beyond!
Date: 30th June 2007
Thanks for the inspiration!
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
From Blog: Back From Bumala!
Thanks for the inspiration!
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
From Blog: Back From Bumala!
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Kenya-Maasai
Great post! I agree, the real Africa is totally different than the tourist Africa. I actually went on tour with this company - http://www.bigfive.com/navigator-series/1/kenya.html and got to meet the Maasai people, i will never forget them.
From Blog: On Safari !!