Orphan Plans to Become Neurosurgeon

Sitting in her barebones classroom surrounded by other small brick buildings, outdoor latrines, and dorms crammed full of boarding school students, this 15-year-old girl declares to us, “I plan to become a neurosurgeon.”  And we believe she will!

When we see the adversity this young orphan has overcome dealing with the loss of both parents, working tirelessly to get to the head of her class so that she can attend this school, and finding sponsors who will pay her way, you figure if she plans to become a rocket scientist, president, or anything else, she will likely succeed.

But… she is one of a thousand who have been given the chance!  You and I are working hard to provide this opportunity to many more like her!

This particular boarding school visit was a weekend side trip.  Brooks will be providing more background on this as well as our visit to a school for handicapped students.

Today, we begin the training of 30-40 leaders in Kakamega.  Over the next two weeks we will be doing the same in three other cities as well as spending time with the women and children’s projects in Kitale. 

Our inner clocks seem to have adjusted (after five to six days) and we seem to be sleeping somewhat normally.  The weather varies depending on elevation--from very hot to somewhat cool in the evenings.  We are so accustomed to the sights and sounds of African cities and villages, that we take little notice of the many animals on the road or the constant stream of pedestrians and bikes carrying goods, food, and water by hand.  I would still love to see Brooks bring our groceries home from the store balanced on her head, but am doubtful that this will happen anytime soon.

Our hosts here in Kakamega are poor in the things of this world but incredibly rich in faith. 

Very contagious!  Love to all of you who are walking with us on this journey!