Being back is awesome. I missed my family and friends dearly. I missed American food (the variety afforded, the fact that I can get sushi, or thai, or italian, or mexican all in one block of eachother.) I missed a secure, mostly trsutworthy government. I missed water that was safe to drink. I missed fitting in.
I miss the Kenyans... I miss the matatus, jumping on and off. I miss playing with those kids and talking to those social workers. I miss being away from the hustle and bustle of American life... I miss doing things every day, meeting amazing people... I should just go DO that more often here. I miss the passion of those who gather to worship, and the fierceness of their prayers.
God taught me so much about His character through the Kenyan culture, I learned a lot about myself, and I got a chance to see what He is doing in the slums of Mathare Valley. This summer has changed different perceptions I had, both of myself, of God's character, of Kenya and of poverty. Yet, it also confirmed many truths: God is HUGE. God is compassionate. God provides. Loving people changes lives. American's have more than they realize and forget it every day.
I don't know how this summer will change my life, but I'm excited to see the work God has done in me.
I love you all. Thank you for your prayers and your support. Thank you for reading this and encouraging me in many different ways.
God bless!
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