That weird crunching sound was back. It didn’t sound good- but I needed to get groceries for the camping trip I was leading the next weekend, and had plans with these two senior girls of mine to spend the day off campus at the mall where the grocery store is located. The three of us had a lovely time, but by the time I’d gotten … Continue reading Donkey’s & Dhows
In one of the first weeks of school this year, three senior girls watched me come back from my second period prep with a coffee in hand, having walked down to our local coffee shop “Kijabe Kahawa” to meet with a friend. They very quickly decided this looked like a fun Monday pattern, and asked if they could come with me sometime, then asked if … Continue reading Monday Memory
Fun Days. Long Days. That is how life has been feeling lately- I’ve been loving doing life alongside the class of 2026 as they are now seniors, having followed them specifically since their freshman year in 2022. Last week we were able to escape campus for a day we dubbed “Senior Skip Day.” When I announced this to the class in November, the announcement was … Continue reading Fun Days. Long Days.
Meet “THE BEAST” No no no… not THAT Beast: Though you must confess, my doggo was a pretty cute puppy… but what I’m talking about is this one: This is my car. Well, truck really, and this specific truck, my 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has served me well. It has big tires that can climb steep inclines, even when it’s been raining and the mud … Continue reading THE BEAST
It was your typical senior store day… well typical if you’re a normal patron seeking the joy of special food being offered a few times a term. For the class of 2026, this was their third senior store which meant the students are slowly gaining independence in execution. Last night, I’d spent my two-hour time slot smashing burgers into patties. K was running the store … Continue reading I Fought a Monkey and Won.
You might think that Sunday School happens on Sunday- but here in Marsabit, you would be wrong. A 10 hour drive north from RVA, I’m up visiting some friends for our long “Mid-Term” weekend. Each Saturday, three of their four children walk the 5 minutes to a local church to join for a time of worship. If you are envisioning children standing in rows, humming … Continue reading Orendere
[according to google definition search] Meeting: Assembly of people for a particular purpose I have had so many meetings on my calendar lately, I thought I’d share about some of them that have happened in the last month! A little different than my typical anecdotes, but a snapshot of life all the same! Prep Period Meetings: Lunch Meetings: After School Meetings: Honestly, I’m exhausted looking … Continue reading Meetings, Meetings & More Meetings
My Chemistry Lab was perfectly functional. And yet, the time had come:I was getting my lab remodeled! I was so excited to hear this news as when I’d left to come here, I’d left behind a brand-new lab at my last school for this one here that had been around for decades. “Fire Hazard.” That had been my first thought when I’d entered my RVA … Continue reading Construction of the Heart
Pole sana! That is kiswahili for “I am very sorry!” that it took so long to finish my tale of our incredible Avatar themed event… (if you’re not sure what I’m talking about, go find “The Big Event: Preparation” to hear of all that went into making this night a huge success!!!) The day was pulled off without a hitch. All morning parents and students … Continue reading The Big Event: Execution
Monday July 14th I emerged for graduation to watch the class of 2025 walk across the stage with pride, coming in a little late and leaving a little early to man my merchandise booth on behalf of the class of 2026. I didn’t even get time to stop for pictures with any of my favorite grads. Bummer. After a celebratory lunch I headed back to … Continue reading The Long End: The End
Faithful Footsteps 