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Well, we have been in Kenya for nearly a week now, and our starting to feel a bit more adjusted to life here.  Because it is not only my first time in Kenya, but my first time being out of North America, it has been quite the experience being in such a different culture.  I knew that it was going to be different, but it feels like a different world and a way of life.  I must admit that when arriving here, I began to feel extremely uneducated about the world.  I think my North American/Western bubble has officially been popped.  It feels good to be able to see how other people live, and begin to understand it a bit more. 

The past few days have been both exciting and overwhelming for me.  I am still getting used to being pretty much the only white face in sight (besides Candice).  They are very welcoming and friendly to us but being the center of attention all the time is new for me.  I'm looking forward to getting to know the kids and staff more and becoming more accustomed to their routines. 

Yesterday we hung around the compound with the students, as well as joined them in a game of football (soccer).  I also did Kenyan style laundry for the first time.  The kids were quite impressed and probably slightly amused.   My legs were sore after the first five minutes of hand washing. I am surprised that I am not sore today.  I find it actually quite therapeutic. Although, I'm sure that the novelty will eventually wear off.

Well, that is what we have been up to for the past couple of days. We are learning lots of new things and are enjoying our time here thus far.

God Bless,

Anna