Greetings all!
Today was our first day at BLISS. It was an amazing time. We were warmly greeted by the students with a song as we arrived. The students and teachers were quite excited to see us and be with us.
Many students, parents and community members had their vision tested, and some were fitted with specially-designed glasses. There was a dramatic improvement made in some of their ability to see clearly. Students were given a health screen, First aid classes started again this time.
English classes got started also and gave lessons. Students were interviewed on video. Crafts were done with primary students. Fingerpainting was done by the kindergarten students. Something they don't do in Kenya.
There was even time after school for soccer and other activities.
We were able to see the trenches dug for the new science building. This was done by over 240 parents, teachers and other community members. It was amazing the level of pride and involvement of community in BLISS.
Yesterday was a full day at Mwanika Church. We went to the Kimeru service at 11 AM. It lasted only 2.5 hours. They even translated the sermon for us. The church dinner afterwards was filling and enjoyable. Spencer provided special music accompanied by guitar at both services. We heard special words from Bishop Imathiu with such energy and passion that only he can provide. We felt very special. They are proud of their progress on the church hall. Even the building is still at a rough-in stage. We had dinner there.
We have had a joy-filled day! We should sleep well tonight.
We are all well and been blessed tremendously.. It was another beautiful sun-filled day in Kenya!
God be with you all! We miss you but are having a great time.
Gary and Beth
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