
Friday, May 30, 2008
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Everyday Life in Kenya

Shopping in Kenya is a bit different then what we are used to in Europe or America. Here you see some pictures of Gil and me buying our daily fresh vegetable and fruits. Lucy is always overjoyed when she sees us and greets us with a warm “Jambo”. Often she would give Gil an extra piece of fruit and calls him lovingly “Papa”.
The Post Offices are slightly different too. Today the camels parked right outside of it. The little window in the middle is were the clerk stands and serves us. Life is much slower here, but Gil enjoys that.
The Post Offices are slightly different too. Today the camels parked right outside of it. The little window in the middle is were the clerk stands and serves us. Life is much slower here, but Gil enjoys that.
Friday, May 16, 2008

Hi Friends
Life in Kenya is an adventure. This week we caught two snakes. One in our neighbor's garden and this one on our veranda. The Africans insisted that both were poisonous and dangerous. There is not a dull moment here. My mother tells me that I am crazy for living here. She might be right. I went to Psalm 91 that talks about live here and I learn to apply it. I hope it doesn't scare you away from visiting us. love, Maria
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Our friend Bernd
Jambo Friends
The above picture was taken at our official “handing over the key to our house” ceremony that we had three weeks ago. It shows Gil and Bernd. Most of you have heard me talking about Bernd. Now allow me to introduce Bernd to you. He has helped us to live our dream! Designing and overseeing the building of our house here in Kenya Bernd was an intricate part of the whole process of moving and now living in Kenya. He created a place of rest for us that we can fully enjoy. Since we arrived here in Kenya Bernd has also been a tremendous friend. He assisted us in moving into our home, buying a car, getting furniture, connecting us with people, taking us to the doctors, opening a bank account, shopping in Mombasa …the list is long and we are very grateful for his kindness and friendship. He goes a second mile with you! Without him we would not be were we are today and we praise God for Bernd. To move cross cultural is an amazing and challenging experienced, Bernd was an invaluable source of encouragement and there for us when we needed assistance. We are truly grateful for him. If you ever contemplate to move here, he is the man!
The above picture was taken at our official “handing over the key to our house” ceremony that we had three weeks ago. It shows Gil and Bernd. Most of you have heard me talking about Bernd. Now allow me to introduce Bernd to you. He has helped us to live our dream! Designing and overseeing the building of our house here in Kenya Bernd was an intricate part of the whole process of moving and now living in Kenya. He created a place of rest for us that we can fully enjoy. Since we arrived here in Kenya Bernd has also been a tremendous friend. He assisted us in moving into our home, buying a car, getting furniture, connecting us with people, taking us to the doctors, opening a bank account, shopping in Mombasa …the list is long and we are very grateful for his kindness and friendship. He goes a second mile with you! Without him we would not be were we are today and we praise God for Bernd. To move cross cultural is an amazing and challenging experienced, Bernd was an invaluable source of encouragement and there for us when we needed assistance. We are truly grateful for him. If you ever contemplate to move here, he is the man!
Thursday, May 8, 2008

Jambo Friends
Finally we could download the picture of our house. Africans name their houses and we decided to call it "Pumzika" which means rest. God invites His people to rest in Him and so we took the word out of scripture. Here you have a little glimpse into our new life. Love and blessings, Maria & Gil
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Monday, May 5, 2008
Kenya
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