It is my first day back at school. I leave my house early because I know that it will take me a long time to walk to school. Not because it is far but because I will spend a lot of time being greeted by every single member of staff Read more…
I was really looking forward to returning to the school but it wasn’t the easiest trip to get here! Firstly, I discovered by accident that KLM had cancelled my flight 5 days before I was due to leave. Alternatives offered were : a)travel without luggage b) travel to Amsterdam wait Read more…
During my time here, I have loved listening to the richness of language and expression. I thought I would share some of my favourites sayings! I left my favourite until last. Spray off your opposers like mosquitoes You must have three plates of food – one to taste, one to Read more…
While in Western Kenya, we went to visit this famous attraction. It is set at the top of a hill, near Kakamega town – the mysterious Crying Stone of Ilesi. It is an important landmark on the road to Kisumu and holds great significance for the local people who Read more…
Kakamega County is in Western Kenya and Kakamega Town is the centre. It is where the Governor is based. We are headed for a quick visit which will include some business at the Governor’s Office (Lesinko) and a supermarket trip for mosquito repellent (me.) As we approach, I can’t help Read more…
(Warning – this story may not be suitable for vegetarians or spider lovers or arachnophobes) The Meeting When I moved into my little house 3 weeks ago, I noticed a large black spider who resided under the sink. He would come out at night but not very far. I would Read more…
Introduction For years, I worked in an environment where policies and protocols ruled the roost. Education Departments love their paperwork! There were many frustrating times where it seemed that the policies were more important than the pupils. I did not really get the point of it all and I Read more…
Some people have asked about food here so I thought I’d update you about what I eat. I enjoy a very simple diet while I’m here and I really enjoy it. It’s my African detox! I really struggled with the diet when I visited Uganda at first but now I’m Read more…
John explains that the community decided to build the school several years ago. Before that, children had to walk a minimum of 5kms in all weathers to the nearest government school. It is a very traditional Maasai community and many parents didn’t bother to send their children to school Read more…
There is a sponsor from the UK visiting school today. Jan and her husband, Neil are on holiday and want to meet Dorcas in Class 3. Jan has sponsored her for several years. They are accompanied by their old friend Peter, who is Kenyan and lives in Nairobi. Stella Read more…
