When we arrived in Eldoret today I was happy ot finally get into a city and do the work that is the heart and soul of this trip. I loved the safaris, but I am glad to get to our purpose here.
After a longer drive than expected we arrived in Eldoret. After unpacking and a late lunch we walked into Eldoret. It is about a mile each way.
Walking in to the city was neat. Some people smiled and waved and asked questions (where were we from? etc) and others gave us the hate stare. We are easy to spot a group of 12 teenagers, primarly white, walking on the wrong side of the road.
Eldoret is a bustling city. There are all sorts of people-children, adults, and many others. There is a definte divde between the wealthy and the poor, and there are both in the city.
We walked into the equlivaent of a Walmart store and it was amazing to see the stunning varity of goods for sale. Basic needs to motorcycles.
On the way back we stopped to buy some pineapple from the side of the road (it is safe to eat). The pineapple here is so good. It is grown locally and is very fresh. Mary Owens says that we need to try some of the corn by the side of the road. There was a woman selling, but since everyone had bought pinapple we were full.
I think that everyone is excited to begin visiting and learning tomorrow. I am very glad, and very blessed, to be in such a beautiful place. Thank you for making this possible.
Lots of love-
Glennis Henderson
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