Arrived in Kenya.

Jambo!

We have arrived in Kenya and needless to say it has been quite some transition. We have been welcomed by very hospitable and generous hearts, but the AFrican way is a slower way to say the least. We are in the process now of finalizing the negotiations with the compound (that we thought were already finalized). The lady is now seeking more money & we are having to stay in our original negotiation with her. WE have been staying there for the past 2 days & its been a safe haven definitely as we have rested and enjoyed Kenyan's finest foods- the compound also includes the African way, with no running water, outhouse toilets, food takes hours to prepare on a little charcoil burner outside, clothes strung on the line daily, and water pick up only 2 days a week at 2:00am (this is used for cooking, bathing (in a basin), cleaning). NO worries (MOMS) we have been taken care of very well as we transition to the exact place God has for us to live. We have moved now with Audrey (Micah's wife) at a guest house in Karen until we can figure out definite plans. We have meetings set up for tomorrow (friday) to hopefully finalize everything. A very generous Kenyan is allowing us to send this only 1 email without having to pay:) Truly a blessing.
So, be praying for God's hand to continue to guide us, either back to the compound at the end of the week or to another place that is centered in His perfection. We trust in His faithfulness and have already been embraced by his constant provision. there are definitely many more adventurous stories to share of our journey thus far, but because I only have a short time on the internet we just wanted to let you know that we have arrived safely and are pushing thru by God's direction.

If you wanted to call us, its free for us. You can purchase a calling card with cheap rates on www.callingcards.com You have to put where you are calling from and to would be Kenyan cellular. This will give you a very cheap rate to call. Our Kenyan cell numbers are below. We can also receive texts free of charge if any of you have txt. messaging. If we do not text back, then we are prob. low on minutes--cost us to text alot--but its amazing seeing your number on our Kenyan phone:)

011 254 710108777 Brett
011 254 710108703 Trishia

We miss you greatly & are very eager for the day that we are settled into a more permanent home & can get Skype up and rolling to see all of your faces. Pray that its soon & very soon!!

Brett & Trishia