Day 01!

Well, I am finally here after about 36 hours of traveling! I greeted Kenya by playing Toto's "Africa" on the plane (Leah: it brought back fond memories of our dorm room dance party!)When I got to Savelburg (a convent I'm staying at), I pretty much spent the rest of the day sleeping. The jet lag is definitely a force to be reckoned with. I've been up since 2AM because of the 7-hour time difference.

Although feeling somewhat exhausted, there was no way for me to be tired when I got to the New Life Home. The babies were SO ADORABLE! I started off the morning feeding them and playing with them before they headed off to their mid-morning naps. Then I played with the "crawlers" for a few hours. These kids were just as their title suggests, active and just on the verge of walking. Like all little kids, they enjoyed being tossed in the air, and their giggles were absolutely contagious. I really can't describe the joy these kids have, and they are so well taken care of. Each is known by name and the house mothers really care about them.

After a lunch break at the Ya Ya market, I played/fed the little babies again before jumping back over to the crawlers. The weather was also gorgeous today, a bit hot, but really nice, so it was great playing with the kids outside!

Thanks again for all of your prayers! It's definitely a tough adjustment, as I'm just realizing I'm here completely alone, which is about as foreign to me as Africa. I know God is here, though, and I guess He's the best company I can ask for!

love,
emily