I am now safely in Nairobi after a long 14 hour bus ride. The night before we travelled we were both sick with stomach bugs so that wasn't fun. I'm feeling better but Kate is still feeling sick.
The bus ride was really cool; we passed through some amazingly beautiful countryside in both Kenya and Uganda. It was really great to see and made the ride not drag on as much as the flight here did.
We arrived in Nairobi about 8:30pm into the craaazy traffic and massive crowds and piles of buses, but Patrick was there to meet us at the bus park and took us back to his house where we're staying until Sunday when the American team arrives. Then the rest of the time we'll be staying with the team in a guesthouse.
Tomorrow will be our first day at Mercy Care Centre, I'm so excited to see everyone again! It's always overwhelming seeing the slum even though I've been here twice before, it takes a few days to get over the culture shock and the sights and sounds and smells.
Today we're just taking it easy, getting some rest before the next few weeks ahead.
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Still enjoying the blog, Anni.
ReplyDeleteWow. That must have been some motor bike ride chasing the bus.
Say Jambo to Patrick and Pamela for us, as well as to Lilian and the teachers. We're really looking forward to being there ourselves next year.
Carla and Phil
Anni,
ReplyDeleteI am so glad you both arrived safely, but hate you are feeling ill. A day off might make you feel better. Remember to take care of yourself! I know you are so excited to head to the school. The faces and children you met last year will be a year older. Tell all hello and give lots of hugs! Can't wait to read about your time!
Bethany