Our time has been wonderful! Sadly, we will leave in a few minutes to share devotions with the children for the last time. We are going to miss their infectious laughter and precious little smiles. Each night, Daren has led them in a few songs that they have come to enjoy... "Noah's Ark" and "Waddley Acha". We wish you could share in their sheer glee, as they laugh hysterically at the goofy faces and animal noises. It is impossible to escape the grasp of them stealing our hearts.
Illula has shown us the success that the children's homes are having in raising up intelligent, beautiful kids who will undoubtedly impact the future of Kenya. Each child has a their individual dream according to their giftings... some desire to become a pilot, a nurse, a doctor, an engineer, a farmer, a politician, or some other wonderful career. We are confident they will succeed in reaching their goals. Even the young ones seem to know what they want to do and are making tremendous strides in that direction.
Tonight we will celebrate with the Kenyan leadership at a closing ceremony, all that God has accomplished during our short time with them. It is with mixed emotions that we embrace the close of our time here. While we are excited to return home to all of you in America, we are already feeling the pain of leaving these new friends behind. There is no question that Empowering Lives International is making a difference. Please join us in continuing a commitment to uphold this organization and their many arms of ministry in prayer. The staff here lead humble, courageous lives offering all they have to God's service. We stand in awe at the commitment and sacrifices they are each making every day. Although life here in Kenya is difficult, it is satisfying when you see the results that the training centers, schools, and children's homes are making.
Tomorrow morning early, we fly to the Masai Mara to enjoy a brief safari. We plan to take lots of photos of the wildlife and scenery before departing from this beautiful country. We have already seen the true beauty Africa has to offer through its people and culture. We hope this safari will only further round out our experience with the natural sights that the wilderness has to offer. Friday we board our international flight to return home to all of you. We look forward to sleeping in our own beds again Saturday night.
We love you and await our opportunity to share the many adventures we have embraced.
Thank you for your love and support,
The 2007 NewSong Kenya Team
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