to Kenya and Back

Over the past few weeks Maridith and I have gone through a whirlwind of emotions and locales.  We ventured from northern Uganda to northern Kenya. Sounds simple enough, not so.  If we were crows we could have made the trip in a day, but alas we are not. Due to geography, we were obliged to go around and then through the northern Kenyan desert, a trip of four days. In route, we had the pleasure of visiting beautiful Thompson’s falls in the Kenya highlands. From there, we drove on to the Nomadic Gathering.  

This was an informative and challenging week-long event centered on the unique aspects of church planting among nomadic peoples. We met some interesting people and made contacts that will hopefully develop into future partnerships. The trip to and fro was amazing. Kenya is certainly one of the most exceptional and interesting places I have ever been. We learned that donkeys do not move out of the road and baboons will not stand still even for a simple photograph.  

            Our time here in Kenya is coming to a close. Soon we will load the truck and head back to northern Uganda. Over these past three weeks we have learned many lessons in loving each other and trusting in the Lord. Like a good friend told me, your US marriage will not work outside the US. This is certainly true. Maridith and I have changed; therefore, our marriage must change as well. Adjusting to life in the bush is a challenge; everything from communication to eating habits is different. Some days it seems too much, but most days it’s a blast. We are truly growing and changing. Maridith and I are learning how to re-learn marriage and each other. This has been a blessing and God’s guidance has been our greatest advantage as we more forward in life together.