This is our last blog from Africa! We cannot believe we have been gone for about 17 days and that the trip we have been planning for and talking about for so long has come to an end. Its a bitter sweet end, but we are confident that we made the most of it. We are all full of memories that are worth more than any marterial possession could hope to be worth. We have made friends that will remain in out hearts forever. We have touched hearts and our hearts have been touched. We hope we changed lives, but know that our lives have been changed. We have all grown and we have found a team bond that is very unique. It is sad to have to say goodbye, but we know God has new advenchas in store for each and everyone of us and we are all excited to see our much missed friends and family. Right now we are finishing packing up and heading out to the airport. We have 36 hours of traveling ahead of us. Pray for us, please. lol No, the journey over here wasnt too bad so this shouldn't be either. We love and miss you all and will see you very soon!!!
PS!!! Very Big PS lol DAVE ALSO BUNGEE JUMPED YESTERDAY!! I dont think his name got mentioned in the last blog!! Not only did he jump off a 145ft high ledge but, he was the last to jump so by the time he was up it was dark. Extra props Dave!! :D
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Monday, June 29, 2009
The Nile...
So first of all i want to start out by saying.. Today has been the best day we've had in a long time, but for some, the worst. it's had its highs, and its lows.
We started out by waking up and having an amazing breakfast, in the words of Gianna, poached and cooked bananas were the favorite on the menu, after breakfast we headed outside where we met the bus full of people also waiting to travel to Jinja for the amazing adventCHA we had in store for us. Once we arrived at the river two hours later, we strapped on our helmets [which made us feel "special"] and locked and loaded our life vests. Layered on tons of sunscreen, and we were off. Going down the rapids was indescribable. A mix between adrenaline and a huge rush of excitement, and water constantly smacking us in the face. it was awesome!
Most of our group went on what was called the "wild" side and a few other members went on the "mild" side. The mild ride was originally named the chicken boat, but was later renamed the M&M boat, which stood for manly and macho. All was chipper and good until the very last rapid. This certain rapid is called, "The Bad Place" and it's exactly what it says it is. We were tossed and turned under the water, and a few of us had near death exerpiences. But all in all, i think most of us were in agreement, it was so well worth it.
OH and i forgot to mention a very small detail before we took off on our rapid journey.
Gianna, Leah, Kayla, Vicki, Rick, Eric, Levi, and Susanna all decided that it would be an even better ending to such a great day at the river, if we bungee jumped over the Nile. So at the end of our trip, that's exactly what we did.
Leah, who was calm and peaceful going in, loved every minute of it.
Kayla.. had fun. [from what she briefly said]
Gianna screamed out of excitement the entire way down.
Vicki almost peed her pants, but faced her fear.
Rick... actually chickened out. He never jumped.
Eric had another fun time bungee jumping, he still loves it.
Levi made a strange grunting noise the entire way down, but in the end loved it as well.
And Susanna, going in was calm and ready, but took a few tries for her to actually leave the ledge.
At the end of the day we're all burnt out, and even though we wore layers of sunscreen, we all seemed to have been a victim of the suns rays. Our last day in Africa was definitely one to remember. Tomorrow we go shopping, so if you want anything specific, let us know before it's too late, and then leave on an extremely long plane ride. We're all ready to come home, but it's bittersweet at the same time. We loved our time here and will miss Africa deeply.
We cant wait to see all of you when we geet home!! Love you!
We started out by waking up and having an amazing breakfast, in the words of Gianna, poached and cooked bananas were the favorite on the menu, after breakfast we headed outside where we met the bus full of people also waiting to travel to Jinja for the amazing adventCHA we had in store for us. Once we arrived at the river two hours later, we strapped on our helmets [which made us feel "special"] and locked and loaded our life vests. Layered on tons of sunscreen, and we were off. Going down the rapids was indescribable. A mix between adrenaline and a huge rush of excitement, and water constantly smacking us in the face. it was awesome!
Most of our group went on what was called the "wild" side and a few other members went on the "mild" side. The mild ride was originally named the chicken boat, but was later renamed the M&M boat, which stood for manly and macho. All was chipper and good until the very last rapid. This certain rapid is called, "The Bad Place" and it's exactly what it says it is. We were tossed and turned under the water, and a few of us had near death exerpiences. But all in all, i think most of us were in agreement, it was so well worth it.
OH and i forgot to mention a very small detail before we took off on our rapid journey.
Gianna, Leah, Kayla, Vicki, Rick, Eric, Levi, and Susanna all decided that it would be an even better ending to such a great day at the river, if we bungee jumped over the Nile. So at the end of our trip, that's exactly what we did.
Leah, who was calm and peaceful going in, loved every minute of it.
Kayla.. had fun. [from what she briefly said]
Gianna screamed out of excitement the entire way down.
Vicki almost peed her pants, but faced her fear.
Rick... actually chickened out. He never jumped.
Eric had another fun time bungee jumping, he still loves it.
Levi made a strange grunting noise the entire way down, but in the end loved it as well.
And Susanna, going in was calm and ready, but took a few tries for her to actually leave the ledge.
At the end of the day we're all burnt out, and even though we wore layers of sunscreen, we all seemed to have been a victim of the suns rays. Our last day in Africa was definitely one to remember. Tomorrow we go shopping, so if you want anything specific, let us know before it's too late, and then leave on an extremely long plane ride. We're all ready to come home, but it's bittersweet at the same time. We loved our time here and will miss Africa deeply.
We cant wait to see all of you when we geet home!! Love you!
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Kampala
Hey Everyone!!
Today was just another travel day so not much to blog. We are all excited for tomorrow! :D Rafting down the Nile!!! We also might go bungee jumping and zip lining! Give you all the deets tomorrow!
Love you!! And miss you!!!!
SEE YOU SOON :D
Today was just another travel day so not much to blog. We are all excited for tomorrow! :D Rafting down the Nile!!! We also might go bungee jumping and zip lining! Give you all the deets tomorrow!
Love you!! And miss you!!!!
SEE YOU SOON :D
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Ok so after the longest drive in the history of mankind (ok maybe a tiny exaggeration) and after using the two most digusting 'restrooms' in the universe (no exaggeration at all) we arrived at paradise: the Mweya Safari Lodge in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Hot and Sticky, we were greeted with ice cold passion fruit juice and cold towels for our faces. Then we were lead to the bathroom: porcalin seats, flushers, tile floors and quilted toilet paper...heaven on earth. You should have seen the excitment on our faces. Once we got settled in our rooms we went down to dinner. It was delicious and it came with entertainment! There were dancers doing more native and cultural dances. This danceing reminded us more of hula dnacing with really fast shaking hips and not as much stomping. One of the girls tried to get Gordon to dance and at one point Rick showed off a few of his dance moves...hilarious. We were all tired from a long day of traveling so soon after dinner we were all off to bed. Oh! We almost forgot t Rick, Levi and Eric saw a hippo and her calf last night before going to bed and we saw a baboon chasing a boda boda on our way here!! Gotta love Africa!!
Today was such an adventure, however we now accent many of our words so its more like advencha!!!!!! lol We got up before the sun at 6AM and took off on our safari. Before we even got out side the hotel gate we saw a family of elephants...Vicki almost had a heart attack she was so excited...and a hippo. We saw tons of cape buffalo, hyenas, water bucks, gazelles, and birds. It was so much fun. Then right as we were getting tired and ready to head back to the lodge we saw it. We saw a lion!!! It was the most amazing and thrilling experience ever! It was no more than 10 yards away. Just the thought that it could kill us in one leap if it wanted to sent chills up and down everyones spine...lol. After we saw the lion we headed back to the lodge for lunch, delicious again, and then we all relaxed until 4:30 when we headed out for our boat ride. On the boat ride we saw a bunch of hippos and an elephant. It was so much fun. Seeing these animals in the wild is an experience we all so greatfull to have had. We just finished dinner now and are chilling at the hotel. There are tons of bugs lol like we are practically breathing them in, but theres good music and cold passion juice so its all good.
Tomorrow we are leaving the park for Kampala and river rafting down the nile!! We are very excited =D
Love you and miss you all very much! Can't wait to see everyone! :D ttyl
Today was such an adventure, however we now accent many of our words so its more like advencha!!!!!! lol We got up before the sun at 6AM and took off on our safari. Before we even got out side the hotel gate we saw a family of elephants...Vicki almost had a heart attack she was so excited...and a hippo. We saw tons of cape buffalo, hyenas, water bucks, gazelles, and birds. It was so much fun. Then right as we were getting tired and ready to head back to the lodge we saw it. We saw a lion!!! It was the most amazing and thrilling experience ever! It was no more than 10 yards away. Just the thought that it could kill us in one leap if it wanted to sent chills up and down everyones spine...lol. After we saw the lion we headed back to the lodge for lunch, delicious again, and then we all relaxed until 4:30 when we headed out for our boat ride. On the boat ride we saw a bunch of hippos and an elephant. It was so much fun. Seeing these animals in the wild is an experience we all so greatfull to have had. We just finished dinner now and are chilling at the hotel. There are tons of bugs lol like we are practically breathing them in, but theres good music and cold passion juice so its all good.
Tomorrow we are leaving the park for Kampala and river rafting down the nile!! We are very excited =D
Love you and miss you all very much! Can't wait to see everyone! :D ttyl
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Good Bye Kabale
We are leaving the White Horse this morning to go to Queen Elizabeth National Park. We are going to miss all out new friends here in Kabale, but we are ready for a new adventure.
Yesterday was a chill day. We slept in and went to the Edirisa for the last time. At 5PM we went to the school for a very emotional good bye ceremony. They danced and sang for us again. It will never cease to amaze us. Joab gave all of us good bye gifts. The girls got school sweaters and woven baskets. The guys got Ugandan colored ties and shields. After the ceremony, we went to the White Horse for a dinner with the school teachers. The dinner was an appreciation for all the hard work that the teachers do at Kabale Trinity College. Everyone who came really enjoyed the food & fellowship.
So we've packed up and we're preparing for a 7-hour drive to Queen Elizabeth. We will blog from the safari lodge if possible. We miss you all and we can't wait to see you again!
Yesterday was a chill day. We slept in and went to the Edirisa for the last time. At 5PM we went to the school for a very emotional good bye ceremony. They danced and sang for us again. It will never cease to amaze us. Joab gave all of us good bye gifts. The girls got school sweaters and woven baskets. The guys got Ugandan colored ties and shields. After the ceremony, we went to the White Horse for a dinner with the school teachers. The dinner was an appreciation for all the hard work that the teachers do at Kabale Trinity College. Everyone who came really enjoyed the food & fellowship.
So we've packed up and we're preparing for a 7-hour drive to Queen Elizabeth. We will blog from the safari lodge if possible. We miss you all and we can't wait to see you again!
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Can you believe it blogging two days in a row!!! :D
Yesterday we got a late start. We got sleep in til 8:30, went to Edirisa for breakfast/lunch and got to connect to home alittle. Vicki and Kayla had a giant somosa, Leah had a honey and banana 'pancake', Cami had pizza and loved it, Gianna had a veggie omelette that was alright. Everyone got a pineapple juice and we are all in love with it!!....Cami wonders how they juice the pineapples, but thats for another time....The guys had a successful day at the farm and are glad that it works! Praise Jesus!! The girls, Hellen, Mouda and Rick went to the African craft store and loaded up on souvenirs and gifts. :D Hellen was overwhelmed wiht all of her new gifts. Afterwards we went to the African market. That was an interesting experience. The market was hectic: people everywhere and food all over. They call peanuts, geenuts and they are also alot smaller than ours. We all thought that was funny. While Vicki was taking pictures some man asked if he could someday see the pictures in magazine. He was very upset when we told him they were just to show our family. lol Leah ran into some technical difficulties with her skirt,but the Ugandans were happy to help her out. OMG We forgot to tell you...On our way to the market a bus full of muzungus threw a piece of paper at us. They shouted to read it. This is what is said: Hello Ladies! I never expected to find such beauty in Africa. Oasis guys. We also got a phone number! We all got a good laugh! Back to the market...We picked up a years supply of food for Hellen's family and we brought it back to the village. They were extremely thankful. We also played soccer and jump rope with her little cousins.
We should fill you in alittle on how we got around yesterday...a van. It was a very hot van that was suppose to fit 7, but had at least 9 in it at all times. It was sweltering (the vocab word of the day) to say the least.
Last night was a chill night. Some of the girls and Dave went back to the Edirisa for more pineapple juice. Darin, Rick, Eric, Levi, and Gordon went to Jenny's, Mouda's sister for tea. Cami and Kayla stayed back at the White Horse and watched Madagascar. Towards the endof the evening all the guys played pool and the girls made music videos that will forever stay in Africa. ;D
Today we are probably going back to the orphanage and possibly the school. Tonight is the sponsored kids' dinner.
Well hate to run, but we have to go!! TTYL
LOVE YOU ALL AND MISS YOU LOTS!!!!
Dont forget to comment! :D
We should fill you in alittle on how we got around yesterday...a van. It was a very hot van that was suppose to fit 7, but had at least 9 in it at all times. It was sweltering (the vocab word of the day) to say the least.
Last night was a chill night. Some of the girls and Dave went back to the Edirisa for more pineapple juice. Darin, Rick, Eric, Levi, and Gordon went to Jenny's, Mouda's sister for tea. Cami and Kayla stayed back at the White Horse and watched Madagascar. Towards the endof the evening all the guys played pool and the girls made music videos that will forever stay in Africa. ;D
Today we are probably going back to the orphanage and possibly the school. Tonight is the sponsored kids' dinner.
Well hate to run, but we have to go!! TTYL
LOVE YOU ALL AND MISS YOU LOTS!!!!
Dont forget to comment! :D
Monday, June 22, 2009
Praise the Lord!
Yay! We are celebrating that the internet works here at the White Horse! It's been a few days since we've blogged, due to spotty internet connection, so it's time to fill you in! (-:
Last night Gianna had pineapple juice...yummy! How come they don't have that in the states?!
Sunday was a looong day! But in Africa, long days are still amazing! We got up around 6AM to have breakfast in time for Joab to pick us up at 8:30 for church. Any meal at the White Horse, as we have learned, takes at least an hour. Breakfast consists of pineapple, bananas, watermelon, guava, cereal, eggs, and tea or coffee. After breakfast we were off to KTC's Sunday service. Rick was on cloud nine--this time for real! He said he had been waiting for this day for two years! As soon as we got to the school, we could see why. The students singing in praise caused the church to pulse like a speaker with the bass and volume turned all the way up. It was incredible and inspiring. The school band led us down the middle aisle of the crowded church and we took seats in the front. The school was so full that the students overflowed outside. It was a very long service, but it seemed to go by fairly fast. They did several presentations and songs, and then Gordon preached. He preached on keeping your hands open instead of gripping worldly possessions. The students then did a skit on forgiveness that was very entertaining, and then they took the offering. After the offering, they did a dance of thanksgiving, praise, and worship. The praise & worship is unlike anything we have experienced in Modesto. Their dances include a lot of stomping (a tradition in Uganda) that literally makes the floor shake. Their exuberance shines from their faces as they sing and praise the Lord! It was amazing and humbling to watch.
The service ended around 1PM and we had lunch with the KTC teachers afterward in order to "build fellowship." This was our first true African meal! It was sweet potatoes, boiled bananas, roasted bananas, pork, beef (aka goat), and fresh fruits--all served from big buckets. It wasn't bad, just bland. The only problem with the meat is that no one is very sure what part of the animal they are eating...in which case it is better not to ask! Eric & Levi did suffer from stomachaches for the rest of the day...they debated whether to just throw up and get it over with, or man it out. They ended up being men. (-: When lunch ended, we all loaded up in the van (sooner said than done) and took off for Lake Bunyonyi. The beauty of the drive & the lake itself is very hard to describe. We could say that the lake is a natural-made crater, over 6500 ft. deep, and one of the deepest lakes in Africa. But that doesn't come close to the breaktaking view we had! Once we got to the lake, looked around and took pictures, there wasn't much to do. We fantasized about owning one of the little islands that dot the lake, and boating all the time! After soaking up as much as we could, we loaded up & returned to the White Horse to clean up for dinner at Joab's. We were all a little leery of dinner, thinking it would be a repeat of lunch, but we were happy that it was delicious! Connie served chapatis, chicken, potatoes, rice, and vegetables. It was all very good. Leah and Vicki's new favorite food is chapatis! After the meal, Rick presented gifts to Joab and his family. Connie loved her new parka that Claudine gave her. Rick & Darin also presented a laptop to Mouda, who was speechless. Finally it was time to go home & catch some zzzzzz's!
Monday: It was work day at the farm. Rick wanted to leave for the farm at 7AM, but T.I.A. This is Africa! We didn't get to the farm (after a 45 min drive) until 11:30. Some of the men had to get supplies before leaving, so we girls and Levi got to sleep in! (-: At the farm, we finished laying and gluing the pipe. We had to repair multiple leaks, cracks, & breaks. We made couplings for the pipe by heating the ends over a fire and fashioning bell ends! TIA! It was a long, hard day of working, but it felt good to see the tangible results of our labor. At the end of the day, the water tanks were filling, everything was working great. Never again will Grace have to walk down that 1/2-mile hill for water! Now she and her family, that live on the farm, have a faucet at the top of the hill. We stayed at the farm all day and then came back to the White Horse to have dinner and crash. On the way home, we made all the guys tell their "stories," how they met their wives, dating, proposals, any marriage advice, etc. Loren got pretty teary, he's quite the romantic! Lucky Kristen! (-: We all want our future husbands to build us forts! We are all fortified with great advice and high expectations, so guys, watch out! You have a lot to live up to! (-; The guys are going back to the farm today to finish putting in 5 risers and repair a few leaks. Then they will be back hopefully around noon, and we will spend the afternoon in town. The girls & Rick are going to the Edirisa & (hopefully) the orphanage this morning. It should be another fun day in Uganda!
-From Cami: hello to everybody! Hi Leigh & Kali, I've been thinking about you...hope you can struggle along without me! (-; Hi Mom, Brett, Jordan, Chris, Grace, Estee, & Chloe! Hi Grandma & Grandpa & all my friends reading this blog!
-From Gianna: Miss you Mor and Pappy! Thanks for the texts! Love you guys!
-From Leah: Hi mom & Sarah. Hope you're having fun at the cabin! Hey friends, I miss you guys! We have a lot to do when we get home. Hey Chels, whoaaaaaaaaaaaaa! Miss you!
-From Vicki: Mom, I hope you had a good flight. Tell momma I said hello. Dad, I love you and I hope to talk to you soon. David, I hope you're having a good time at camp. Love on all those kids! Beefcake, your rings are still around my neck. I wear them every day. I'm still trying to figure out what to get you. Sissy, I miss you sooooooooooo much! I pray for you every day. Jake, I know you won't read this until Wednesday but I miss you and I'm praying for your trip. Sean, I'm still working on that video. (-: I miss you and I look forward to seeing you soon! I love all of you and miss you all!
-From Kayla: Mom and Sarah, I miss you and love you. Sarah, I hope you had fun this weekend and I hope you hit a home run for me! Trevor, hope you and harry are having fun! I love you and miss you. Clive & Jean, hope you're not missing me too much! Hope the house isn't too quiet without me! I love and miss you all and I can't wait to see everybody again!
All the guys say hello to everybody too! They love & miss everyone.
Random:
Levi is called Nascar, because he gets out of the back seat of the bus by climbing out the window.
Loren didn't kiss his wife until they were married (think about it). (-;
Loren and Gordon are keeping everybody in stiches. Laughter is good medicine, right?
Darin is a cradle-robber! As a matter of fact, so were Eric & Gordon!
Dave taught Gianna and Vicki how to make couplings...he is the brains behind our innovation!
On our next trip, we've decided to throw out deoderant instead of candy. Apparently that technology has not made it here yet! (-:
We told scary stories last night over dinner.
Everyone has been having bizarre dreams due to our malaria medication. Cami murdered somebody in her dreams and (in a dream) Gianna's boyfriend cheated on her!
Carbonated drinks come in glass bottles, not cans.
We have our first-day-back menu planned to the T, from breakfast to snacks to dinner (and beyond)! So watch out, friends and family! Gordon is continually bringing up Jamba Juice! We have decided he is just one big kid!
We will blog again when the internet works. In the meantime, we love you all & miss you all! We also miss American food! Keep commenting, we love it!
Last night Gianna had pineapple juice...yummy! How come they don't have that in the states?!
Sunday was a looong day! But in Africa, long days are still amazing! We got up around 6AM to have breakfast in time for Joab to pick us up at 8:30 for church. Any meal at the White Horse, as we have learned, takes at least an hour. Breakfast consists of pineapple, bananas, watermelon, guava, cereal, eggs, and tea or coffee. After breakfast we were off to KTC's Sunday service. Rick was on cloud nine--this time for real! He said he had been waiting for this day for two years! As soon as we got to the school, we could see why. The students singing in praise caused the church to pulse like a speaker with the bass and volume turned all the way up. It was incredible and inspiring. The school band led us down the middle aisle of the crowded church and we took seats in the front. The school was so full that the students overflowed outside. It was a very long service, but it seemed to go by fairly fast. They did several presentations and songs, and then Gordon preached. He preached on keeping your hands open instead of gripping worldly possessions. The students then did a skit on forgiveness that was very entertaining, and then they took the offering. After the offering, they did a dance of thanksgiving, praise, and worship. The praise & worship is unlike anything we have experienced in Modesto. Their dances include a lot of stomping (a tradition in Uganda) that literally makes the floor shake. Their exuberance shines from their faces as they sing and praise the Lord! It was amazing and humbling to watch.
The service ended around 1PM and we had lunch with the KTC teachers afterward in order to "build fellowship." This was our first true African meal! It was sweet potatoes, boiled bananas, roasted bananas, pork, beef (aka goat), and fresh fruits--all served from big buckets. It wasn't bad, just bland. The only problem with the meat is that no one is very sure what part of the animal they are eating...in which case it is better not to ask! Eric & Levi did suffer from stomachaches for the rest of the day...they debated whether to just throw up and get it over with, or man it out. They ended up being men. (-: When lunch ended, we all loaded up in the van (sooner said than done) and took off for Lake Bunyonyi. The beauty of the drive & the lake itself is very hard to describe. We could say that the lake is a natural-made crater, over 6500 ft. deep, and one of the deepest lakes in Africa. But that doesn't come close to the breaktaking view we had! Once we got to the lake, looked around and took pictures, there wasn't much to do. We fantasized about owning one of the little islands that dot the lake, and boating all the time! After soaking up as much as we could, we loaded up & returned to the White Horse to clean up for dinner at Joab's. We were all a little leery of dinner, thinking it would be a repeat of lunch, but we were happy that it was delicious! Connie served chapatis, chicken, potatoes, rice, and vegetables. It was all very good. Leah and Vicki's new favorite food is chapatis! After the meal, Rick presented gifts to Joab and his family. Connie loved her new parka that Claudine gave her. Rick & Darin also presented a laptop to Mouda, who was speechless. Finally it was time to go home & catch some zzzzzz's!
Monday: It was work day at the farm. Rick wanted to leave for the farm at 7AM, but T.I.A. This is Africa! We didn't get to the farm (after a 45 min drive) until 11:30. Some of the men had to get supplies before leaving, so we girls and Levi got to sleep in! (-: At the farm, we finished laying and gluing the pipe. We had to repair multiple leaks, cracks, & breaks. We made couplings for the pipe by heating the ends over a fire and fashioning bell ends! TIA! It was a long, hard day of working, but it felt good to see the tangible results of our labor. At the end of the day, the water tanks were filling, everything was working great. Never again will Grace have to walk down that 1/2-mile hill for water! Now she and her family, that live on the farm, have a faucet at the top of the hill. We stayed at the farm all day and then came back to the White Horse to have dinner and crash. On the way home, we made all the guys tell their "stories," how they met their wives, dating, proposals, any marriage advice, etc. Loren got pretty teary, he's quite the romantic! Lucky Kristen! (-: We all want our future husbands to build us forts! We are all fortified with great advice and high expectations, so guys, watch out! You have a lot to live up to! (-; The guys are going back to the farm today to finish putting in 5 risers and repair a few leaks. Then they will be back hopefully around noon, and we will spend the afternoon in town. The girls & Rick are going to the Edirisa & (hopefully) the orphanage this morning. It should be another fun day in Uganda!
-From Cami: hello to everybody! Hi Leigh & Kali, I've been thinking about you...hope you can struggle along without me! (-; Hi Mom, Brett, Jordan, Chris, Grace, Estee, & Chloe! Hi Grandma & Grandpa & all my friends reading this blog!
-From Gianna: Miss you Mor and Pappy! Thanks for the texts! Love you guys!
-From Leah: Hi mom & Sarah. Hope you're having fun at the cabin! Hey friends, I miss you guys! We have a lot to do when we get home. Hey Chels, whoaaaaaaaaaaaaa! Miss you!
-From Vicki: Mom, I hope you had a good flight. Tell momma I said hello. Dad, I love you and I hope to talk to you soon. David, I hope you're having a good time at camp. Love on all those kids! Beefcake, your rings are still around my neck. I wear them every day. I'm still trying to figure out what to get you. Sissy, I miss you sooooooooooo much! I pray for you every day. Jake, I know you won't read this until Wednesday but I miss you and I'm praying for your trip. Sean, I'm still working on that video. (-: I miss you and I look forward to seeing you soon! I love all of you and miss you all!
-From Kayla: Mom and Sarah, I miss you and love you. Sarah, I hope you had fun this weekend and I hope you hit a home run for me! Trevor, hope you and harry are having fun! I love you and miss you. Clive & Jean, hope you're not missing me too much! Hope the house isn't too quiet without me! I love and miss you all and I can't wait to see everybody again!
All the guys say hello to everybody too! They love & miss everyone.
Random:
Levi is called Nascar, because he gets out of the back seat of the bus by climbing out the window.
Loren didn't kiss his wife until they were married (think about it). (-;
Loren and Gordon are keeping everybody in stiches. Laughter is good medicine, right?
Darin is a cradle-robber! As a matter of fact, so were Eric & Gordon!
Dave taught Gianna and Vicki how to make couplings...he is the brains behind our innovation!
On our next trip, we've decided to throw out deoderant instead of candy. Apparently that technology has not made it here yet! (-:
We told scary stories last night over dinner.
Everyone has been having bizarre dreams due to our malaria medication. Cami murdered somebody in her dreams and (in a dream) Gianna's boyfriend cheated on her!
Carbonated drinks come in glass bottles, not cans.
We have our first-day-back menu planned to the T, from breakfast to snacks to dinner (and beyond)! So watch out, friends and family! Gordon is continually bringing up Jamba Juice! We have decided he is just one big kid!
We will blog again when the internet works. In the meantime, we love you all & miss you all! We also miss American food! Keep commenting, we love it!
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