Preperations continue as the big day approaches

Feb 7

Prep goes on

Today we continued with preperations for the wedding. Women all gathered at the Muttai’s home, and today there were a lot of them there. I have absolutely no idea what was decided because the entire conversation was in Swahili and I only understand a handful of phrases and words. So basically I’m in the cold as to what was decided. I know some money changed hands and I think it’s for a gift for the couple, but please don’t quote me on that until I confirm this information. Alice was at the meeting but she left to go gather more cooking pots from people around the community. She went with Steve Muttai and when the meeting was over I told Mary Muttai that I was going to walk home. Well, apparently walking home alone is not something that is done in Kenya if you can help it. So I walked home with a few other women.  Two of them have been to America several times, so we had something to talk about. 

The sunset today was spectacular. All different shades of red, orange and a hint of purple. Totally magnificiant. I’m so glad I was able to see it tonight. I wish I had my camera, but I left it at home when I left the house this morning.

One thing about Kenya I’m not sure many people know, and that is the night sky is so awesome.  Stars just litter the sky and last night I could see part of the Milkyway. I was simply amazed. With no city lights and being about 5km from town makes the sky pop out at night. I only wish I knew the stars and which was what. 

Another thing about Kenya is the whole power thing.  The power goes out for a few hours almost everyday. Not actually every darn day but close enough.  Next time I go to town I’ll be purchasing a battery powered lantern that I saw on Saturday. I know there must be oil lanterns around somewhere but I haven’t seen them in the store.

Other than the power going out, life here in Kenya continues to roll on down the road. Tomorrow after I teach I’m going to go talk to Pastor Fred Kibet. I want to talk to him about worship and if I could get some music and lyrics maybe we could sing some of the songs I’m familiar with sometime.  I think he’ll go for it because he now has an English speaking service at 8am. Wish me luck.