Hey Everyone!
Well, we've officially begun our adventure! We're in D.C. now, at a hotel outside of Dulles with my dad and Jonathan for the night. We have to get to the airport by 7am tomorrow for our take-off at 10:05, and then it's 24 hours of plane rides until we arrive at Kilimanjaro! I have absolutely no idea what awaits us on the other side, so I don't know how to feel right now, but we're just anxious to get going!
As soon as we get the chance, we will be sure to update you all, and we'll try to keep the pictures up too so that you can get little glimpses at what we're experiencing! Until then, know that we love you all and hope that your thoughts and prayers will be with us!
Hakuna Matata!
Kasey
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Welcome to our blog! Please explore, read, and respond! We hope you will get a feel for what we are experiencing, how we are feeling, what we are questioning, and what we are learning during our adventure. We will write as soon as we are settled in and regularly once we have felt-out life in Arusha!
Love,
Michael & Kasey
Love,
Michael & Kasey
22 comments:
Good luck, guys! I'm sure you guys will do amazing things and learn a lot. Have fun and return to us safely. Godspeed.
Off to Africa!
I pray that your experience is incredible and filled with adventure. I know you two will leave a mark on Arusha!
I am so proud of both of you guys! We love you and know that your journey will be amazing.
I admire you and Michael so much for what you are doing. I had the opportunity to check out the website of the orphanage. The children are adorable and so thirsty for knowledge. I know you will change their lives for the better. I also know that they will change you!
Michael & Kasey,
As you embark on this incredible adventure, know that our love and prayers are with you both.
Love & Ciao,
Grammie & Grandpa
Thinking of you two & know that you will be blessed beyond words. Sitting in the same situation this time last year its hard to imagine what truly is waiting for you "on the other side,"---I assure you it will be far more than you can even imagine.
Take in every moment...
Safe travels and remember that a smile is universal! The kids are going to love you two as much as we all do!
I am vicariously reliving the adventure through u guys! Wishing you the adventure of a lifetime! Mackenzie and Berkeley want you to bring home a pet monkey for them :)
I am glad Jonathan and I were able to see you off. All of our prayers for you and Michael are of safety, fun, opportunities to impact others as you always do and and a newer sense of your destiny. We look forward to hearing all of the details as often as you can share them with all of us.
We love you.
Dad
Mimi and Granddaddy have been trying to post...now that we know ourselves, we will get them the right instructions.
Take care
SiSi hiari nyinyi ingi kwachu shani. Amu Doug and Shangazi Karen
Kasey and Michael: We're praying for you as you begin this exciting journey. Just remember that wherever you go you will leave your footprints and hopefully will change lives one step at a time. Grandaddy and I love you "to the moon and back...."
Happy first day in Arusha! We are looking forward to seeing and hearing from you again! When we say, you. We are saying Kasey and Michael. God bless! With Love and Prayers...Grandma and Papa
They are there! Kasey and Michael called around 12:30 to let us know they were safe in Arusha (and so is their luggage!) A little tired, but excited and happy to be there. They are going to be picked up Sunday morning and taken to the orphanage. They are not sure when they will get to the internet cafe, but as soon as they do they will update us all!
Glad to hear you are there! We have been thinking about you all day. Can't wait to see some pictures! We love you! Dub, Amy, Jacob, and Maggie
Buddy-
sounds lkike a good time! enjoy the planes-they're fantastic!
I'm popping in the night of the 5th, which is a thursday. Via Via club has live music that night usually, so i thiunk we should meet up there....? keep in touch, and let me know your phone number when you get it!
Michael and Kasey,
3 weeks ago our Senior Pastor returned from a 8 day trip to Durban, South Africa. I believe that God was speaking to Darin, Grandpa A.and myself with his sermon, video and words. We got educated about where you are and the need for you to be there. So maybe others can better understand the region and whats happening in South Africa, I want to share some of his statics on whats going on.
The region suffers from 80% unemployment, rampant povery, hunger and crime.
It is the epicenter of the worlds AIDS pandemic.
Everyday 8,500 people with die of AIDS
3 million/per year
2000 babies infected everyday through breastfeeding.
By 2010 there will be 25 million AIDS orphans
80-90% orphans in one orphanage HIV+
And it is estimated (who knows how) that 40 million people have died so far from AIDS.
There is no doubt that this is going to be a totally life changing experience for you both. The social injustice there is like no other place in the world. But it is people like you to show that we can make a difference. These people did not ask for this or deserve this. My prayers will go out to both of you, remember to look for the amazing good in the small acts of humanity. I cannot wait to hear how God is working through you both. I/we love you both so so much. T
GOOD LUCK!!! I am sure you will have the time of your lives. Be safe!
Ms. Hamilton
Michael and Kasey: It was so good to hear from you. Needless to say, you know how I am.... We can only experience your journey through your messages, so we'll look forward to more. Just remember your mission. Take care, and we miss you and continually pray for you. God bless...and we love you.
I can't think of 2 people better equipped to handle such a journey. You are both truly a blessing to the lives you are about to change. looking forward to reading about your experiences. GOD Bless!
The McMahons
Since it's Thursday afternoon there, I guess you two are getting a little rest today--or maybe exploring the city. I'm wondering what you're eating since you both are a little particular in the food department. Hope all is well and that you're settled in now. Keep up the good work. Remember the "footprints." God bless and we love you.
Mimi
Hi Michael and Kasey!
I finally called your mom and figured out how to open your blog. This is the first time I've ever blogged anyone!! What an awesome experience it looks like you're having. I can't wait to keep reading all about it each day.
Love you both and God bless you!
Love, Gram :>)
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