Kenya packing, Charleston, SC
This is my suitcase with no clothes packed.
Hahah! Okay, so I got a little out of control with games, toys and candy for kids.
I leave tomorrow morning for Kenya. Our route takes us through Detroit, Amsterdam, Nairobi. We then fly to Kitale and on to Eldoret in Western Kenya. The health system I work for has funded a water purification system for the Plateau Mission Hospital and surrounding school and community of 3,000. The commissioning ceremony is a big deal and I am going to be present for that, to document the events and develop a continuing relationship with the hospital.
While I am there I will have the chance to tour a couple of schools, health clinics, an orphanage and school for the blind. When word got out I was collecting toys for kiddies everyone got involved. People at work stopped at toy stores on the way home, slipped me $10 bills, bought soccer balls and rush mail ordered double dutch jump ropes. It has been a blast. I even found little wind up music boxes for the school for the blind.
I was asked to be the guest speaker at the Our Lady of Mercy Outreach Volunteer Recognition Luncheon on Friday afternoon. The giveaway gift they handed out was a key chain light. When I told them I was packing mine to take with me they passed a plate and every single person gave me their light to take. Coolness!
So, the worry now is whether I am going to have to wear the same pair of undies for the whole trip. Between the toys and my camera gear I don't have anymore room. Heheh.
Not sure that I will have a chance to set up any pictures to post while I am away. If not, you can imagine me sitting on the floor trying to cram panties into all the outside pockets of my suitcase.
20 comments:
That looks like a full suitcase!
Good luck and lots of fun on your trip! Can't you just take the same one pair of underpants you had on your walk across Scotland?
So looking forward to you travel report and pictures!
Good luck with that, Joan. Prolly hot enough over there to go commando anyway :D
Have a great time! See you when you get back!
Excited to read of your experience! Have fun.
Have fun in Kenya (is that even possible?). Tell us all about it when you can.
Been looking through some of your photos. For what it's worth, I think they are very well done.
Of course that compliment is coming from the self-proclaimed "World's Worst Photographer," so I am not sure how much it really means.
Enjoy your trip.
Have a great trip Joan. Two of my good friends grew up in Kenya and have wonderful things to say about the people, culture, and country. I'm looking forward to hearing how everything turns out.
Girlblogger - I am amazed at how many people I knew who have been to Kenya. They all say they would go back.
Mike - it's worth a lot. Thanks.
I suspect I will have fun in Kenya. Will report back.
Pixel: yes - my wash and wear undies :)
Doug, Wildstorm - I'll be back before you know it!
Life without your daily essays is a lot like life without a joggling board but we will all suck it up and wish you a fabu time!
Good thing you've got those Ex Officio panties, eh? One pair should do it!!!
Sorry I missed the event Saturday evening - I was at the office 'til 8 getting ready for yesterday's WOW breakfast. Wah! I know you all had a great time.
Have a fantastic time! Look forward to seeing the pictures when you get back. x
Have a great trip. God speed!
Thanks folks! It is an awesome feeling knowing all the good will behind this trip. I feel very honored to be able to go.
I set up a few pictures to post while I am away. Y'all take care. Keep the place tidy. Put away your beer cans. Feet off the coffee table.
Warm wishes for your trip! Stay safe and pass on lots of love to the kids of Kenya.
I am proud to know someone like you. You are one of the "actors", not the "extras", in the great movie of life.
What, no toothbrushes?????? I guess that's another entire bag. Maybe you can slip in some undies in and around the brushes, toothpaste and flashlight batteries. I am so excited for you. Safe journey. God speed.
Wishing you a safe and fulfilling trip!
smiles,
Angie S.
EverydayEclecticism
Take care and be careful!
Wow, you really do have an amazing life. HAve a safe trip...
Have a great time, and don't forget the photos! :)
Have fun in Amsterdam.
Have a wonderful time! Can't wait to see the photos upon your return.
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