On Safari in Kenya: Part 1

At first glance, one might think this is a story of Noah's Ark as the elephants arrive two-by-two.

However, it is not a story about Noah's Ark, but in my book, it is nearly as miraculous.




It all began in the Fall of 2005, when we sold our rural home to move closer to the hub of activity in our beloved Alleluia Community.

We could not find a suitable home to buy, and we needed to vacate our home for the new owners.  That's when we responded to a call for help from a dear priest friend in Kenya.






He was looking for a chemistry teacher to help at a newly formed boys' secondary school in Rongai, Kenya. Since my husband teaches chemistry, it seemed like a perfect fit.





So on May 31, 2006, our family embarked on a 10 week mission trip to Kenya.

We began our journey with a photo-safari at the Masai Mara Wildlife Preserve in Southwestern Kenya.

We were in awe of the abundance of wildlife we saw.

Just look at the sheer delight on Lucia's face as she watches her favorite animals lumber past our safari van. We ALL had expressions similar to Lucia's. God's creation is delightful!

 

 From the time I was a little girl, watching Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom, I have dreamed of going on an African safari. Thank you, Jesus, for giving me my heart's desire.


Next stop, Amagoro...