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Warning: We are not in Kenya anymore so this post is less travel journal and more pointedly targeting the issue of narcissistic behavior so unless that interests you check in later. Thanks! Imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery in certain circumstances but in a toxic relationship it is just another form of harassment.Continue reading “Back to Reality”

(Insert this post a few back…I was waiting for a copy of the pic from my fellow traveller…hope you enjoy!) So while it is true we have been in the go this trip I have missed my usual exercise routine & our last hotel did not have a fitness center. I did early morning yogaContinue reading “Exercise Class”

After our hotel shuttle collected us from our metro stop yesterday we checked in, freshened up & enjoyed a lovely dinner in the little Italian restaurant at our hotel to avoid going back out in the cold. ❄️ Stuffed, we retired to our room & both climbed into our cozy beds. I looked at theContinue reading “The Adventure Continues!”

After our 17 hour journey Q & I rolled off the airplane, took a Lyft to the closest metro station to IAD, bought two one-day metro passes & hopped over to the National Mall toting our giant suitcases now emptied of our gifts & filled with a few souvenirs (my suitcase lost the 10 poundsContinue reading “Stateside”

It’s our last day in Kenya! This morning we got the experience everyone travels here for, Safari! 🦒🐘🐆Of all nights, it rained hard last night! We have had such beautiful weather otherwise, with just a few afternoon sprinkles on a couple of days. Although the rain had stopped by sunrise when we set out itContinue reading “Safari 🦒🦁🐘”

It is amazing to be in the land so beautifully written about in Out of Africa; West With the Night; Circling the Sun; The Snows of Kilimanjaro…! Today we were greeted warmly at Compassion’s national office. Actually it is headquarters for their regional operations throughout Africa. I am inspired and encouraged by this organization’s commitmentContinue reading “At the foot of the Ngong Hills”

Something I have noticed here in Kenya is bathrooms separated not just by gender but for adults & children. Today I asked about this & was told it is to protect children. I think it is an excellent idea.

Welcome to Kenya where the lines are nonexistent for the ancient amusement park rides! 😂 I screamed so loud on the roller coaster because I was terrified we’d fly off the rusty track at any moment or a little lap belt would fail & one of us would go flying off. And what did “myContinue reading “Fun Day!🎈”

My hair is more beautiful than ever after all that love it received yesterday. 😊 In a few moments we are off to meet Joseph. 🎊 The food here in Kenya is so wonderful. But the thing is it is important to finish your plate. My problem is that I want to try a littleContinue reading “Today’s the Day!”

The thing about the children here is they are so open and accepting. We are a novelty. Our skin. Our hair. Today I was surrounded by all these sweet faces, little uniformed people. Then their hands begin to reach out, touching my skin, my hair. Soon I let them take my hair out of itsContinue reading “I Made So Many Friends Today!”