Nairobi flight home

We have made it two of the legs home.  From Malawi to Zimbabwe and then to Nairobi (otherwise known as Nai-Robby) as it isn't a safe airport to be in as a tourist. We followed a Scot named Scott into the Executive lounge where we are enjoying drinks and snacks and internet and AC for 20 dollars US.  Quite the bargain as the alternative is expensive airport crappy food and heat, sweat and masses of people sitting on the ground.  For 6 hours we are in the safety of a small room with others willing to pay the premium.

We get on a 10 PM flight and head to Amsterdam for an 8 hr flight, then 3 hrs in Amsterdam and 8 hr flight to Detroit tomorrow morning and then a 4 hr flight to KC.  Quite the trip to get over here, but part of the fun is the trip we think.  We have such a great group of people on this trip and I love them dearly in their unique way. We will always have a connection from this trip forward.  I am sure you remember a trip that you have been on where you have bonded in unique ways as you have discovered the idiosyncrasies about each person.  My favorite is Caleb - he is a character, has an infectious laugh and makes me smile as he discovers each new thing. His mom Sherry and his dad |ason have raised a good man in him.  He misses Ranch dressing and will bring Ranch next trip, he beats me at gin rummy, he will try anything as far as food or dares and he isn't afraid to be scared as an elephant is charging our jeep.

Then there is Sherry - she has an innocent concern and care for everyone and just has such an optimism and love. She is the athletic one of our bunch - always wanting to go for a walk, a walking safari, a swim or just being active.  I am amazed as she has biked the MS150 6 times, one organization very close to my heart as well. I love her dearly and can't wait to continue getting to know her as the semester goes on.

And who doesn't love Debbie?  Debbie is the best - she knows the ropes and is willing to share anything and everything to make it easier for the rest of us.  For all you people who decide to go to |Malawi in the future, you have to have a Debbie as your roommate.  She has highlighters, safety pins, duct tape, TP, paper towels. two cameras, envelopes, fans, extra glasses, kwacha (that's money) scissors, etc... you get what I mean.  A regular McGyver.  Yet, she is real with all the same ups and downs, strengths and weaknesses and never ever makes you feel anything but your best.  I love you Debbie!!!

Back to home ---- it comes so quickly, but not quick enough.  Hard to believe we have been on the road for 15 days.  We have missed so much, but gained so much in this adventure. I hope you have enjoyed the blog along the way as it will be ending very soon.  If you want me, or any of our team to come to your group, your church, your meeting place, please let me know and we will gladly show our prized possesions - our pictures and experiences of a lifetime.

More later.....