In Kenya The Need is Great, Successes Abound
I have spent two days in Kenya now and I am constantly amazed by two things: how beautiful this country is and the welcoming kindness of everyone we’ve met here. I have always heard that Kenyans are some of the most generous of spirit in the world. Now I know it’s unequivocally true. As we … Read more
Me, Kenyan Kids, an iPad, and Angry Birds
Today when we had a little time to spare before heading to Siaya District Hospital I had a chance to spend time with a few Kenyan children who had made their way to the porch where I was sitting. They had been given ONE armbands and were definitely looking for more goodies and were milling … Read more
Our First Day in Kenya: Harsh Realities, Solid Improvements
Today was a day filled with many hard truths that we had to face along with endless possibilities and improvements that are already happening in Kenya. Our day started with a quick 30 minute flight from Nairobi to Kisumu, a sleepy town on the shores of Lake Victoria. We went to Kisumu to visit the … Read more
My Vaccines Update – On Which a Little Incapacitation is Well Worth It
So, last Wednesday I got my vaccines for the Kenya trip with ONE. I was thrilled to finally check “getting shots” off my to-do list. I was relieved to get them and move a little closer to this discovery journey in Africa. Once I got home last Wednesday night I got queasy and went to … Read more
Getting Vaccines for the #ONEMOMS Trip – Pics and Impressions
Yesterday I got my shots for the ONE MOMS trip to Kenya next month. I am not going to lie, I was very nervous. Don’t ask me why. I just was. I received my shots and malaria pills from a travel clinic. Turns out travel clinics are all over the world and were created for … Read more
I’m Getting My Shots Tomorrow, Chronicling the Entire Thing #ONEMOMS
Tomorrow I have an appointment to get shots for the #ONEMOMS trip to Kenya. To be sure I’m not thrilled about it, but you know what? I’d rather lessen my chances of getting sick in Africa than fret about a few pricks. I have to be a big girl even though I hate needles. Yes, … Read more
Business Trips, Books, Kenya, and Joining the Fight Against Extreme Poverty #ONEMOMS
Above: Christine Young, Me, Jendi , Monica Brady at Type-A Conference. It’s midnight and I’m sitting here staring at my computer screen and the clock. I’m working and wishing the time would just slow down. I just got back from Type-A Conference this afternoon, ran errands to make sure the week is in order, and … Read more
