New Traditions...

Traditions are things that we often take for granted. We just see them as the "norm", but when others come into our country they see them as different or strange. I have been introduced to many Kenyan traditions... Some good and some..... Not so much.

Friday we went to Maasailand . The Maasai tribe is one of original tribes of Africa. They are known for their vibrant red clothing, colorful beads and mens ability to jump high. The height of your jump determines your status in the tribal community.

After a very long, very bumpy ride.. We were greeted by many beautiful Maasai men, women and children. They were all dressed in their beautiful beads and bright white smiles. The entire family welcomed us with a an ancient tradition of roasted goat.... It was very generous, but I don't think I will be craving it again anytime soon. We danced, sang and worshiped with the family. The entire experience was wonderful.


In the Maasai culture it is very common for the men to take multiple wives. These are the four wives of the community. Their ages range from 40 to 80. The husband was 85 and is buried in the cattle pen beside their home.








Worshiping together. "Worship the LORD with gladness. Come before Him, singing with joy. " Psalm 100:2

On Saturday, we took the children from the L.C.C. on a field trip to the shoe factory in Limuru town. We had given them new school shoes at the "Mississippi Day" celebration, but since most of them travel by foot their school shoes are worn strictly for school only so they will last longer. Our team decided it would be awesome for them to be able to pick out their own shoes. Most of these children have never been able to pick out their own pair of shoes. They have always been given the second hand. So when we told them that we were going to let them pick out whatever shoe they wanted.. high heels, sandals, or sport shoes... The look on their face was PRICELESS.




This is Martha. She chose hot pink high heels. She is precious!! It was so fun getting to see all the children's personalities come out when they were able to pick out their very own shoes.

Sunday was an amazing day!!! We gave the moms of the centre the day off and cooked spaghetti over an open fire, Kenya style, and made peanut butter sandwiches for everyone. We fed nearly 80 people and everyone had seconds and thirds!








Getting some help in the kitchen from Mary and Belinda.




The finished product.


We also hid candy eggs all around the compound for all the children. We shared an American tradition. They had never heard of an "egg hunt." They caught on to concept really quick.




Patrick gathering all of his candy!




Somebody is having fun!!! This is pre-tummy ache. George is a blast!




Gladys found the golden egg!!!

As if the day wasn't wonderful already, we were able to spend some quality time with the girls we live with. We had a true "girls night" with lots of sweets, dancing, makeup and nail polish. It was a blast!





Let the fun begin!



All the pretty nails.




" Yes, the LORD has done amazing things for us! What joy! " Psalms 126:3



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