Back in Kenya. Nothing has changed much, the roads are still bad, they drive like maniacs, overtaking on blind bends, the weather is warm and wildlife everywhere. I am in Kericho, and en route I saw some Baboons walking along the road, Zebras roaming freely, and flamingos on the lake. At least with Linda at home we didn’t have to stop every 5 minutes for an animal picture.
The weather is warm, no rain so far, but the rainy season starts soon. I walked back to the hotel from town today – and found out how unfit I am, it was hard work in the heat, and at a high altitude.
The flight was good on the way over, I had plenty of room, as premium economy wasn’t very full. I dozed most of the way, listening to Dolly Parton. I was picked up at the airport and came straight to Kericho, a five hour drive, it was exhausting, but I am glad to do it in one journey. I slept for most of the evening and night.
I went with Joseph to Mogonjet today. The window frames we helped to prepare, now all have windows in them, and it looks good. They have started building a science block, the foundations are laid. We met the new headmaster of the Secondary School, and he seems to have things organised. I gave them hundreds of pens, spoons and three jumpers Linda had knitted. They were very thankful. The jumpers will fit some of the smaller children.
I went for dinner with Joseph and I had samosa and chipati, very nice. I then found a new internet café and spend an hour there sorting out my email, before walking back to the Hotel.
I have been doing some preparatory reading for the lecture I am to give next week and making some notes. I had a nice steak for my tea, the only problem up here there is little variety – no warthog, kudu or camel to eat.