from MarilynTanzanian
Tanzanian softball game was a riot.
We went across the street to the primary school and divided up into two teams. Ken led one and I the other.
There were 55 kids Some kids we are sure batted3-4 times before we discovered they had been up before.
After the game with the form 1 kids, we decided to let the primary kids bat (probably about 250 little kids) talk about trying to keep an order. A few of the teachers also pitched and batted. so much fun.
We also went to a place called Lake Natron and went on a 3 hour hike up to a waterfall. We had a local Maasae guide that warned me my tennis shoes were not adequate and I couldn't wear them. The next morning when I showed up in my tennis shoes he lectured me again and said I was going to get wet. Well, he was not kidding...We hiked up rocks like billy goats then down into the water, sometimes waist deep, then up the rocks, down the rocks, over goat, donkey and monkey poop, then washed it off by traipsing through the water for a bit.
It was hard work, hot sun and great fun. Everyone worked up a sweat, put our fears of height on hold, grabbed onto small ledges, hung onto the guides (there were 2) and all agreed it was worth it. Some went into the water fall and swam around with the guide, then had a water massage, and then down the rock slide and landed back on shore (should I say rocky ledge) with the rest of us. This along with the softball game has been the highlight of my trip. Although tonight we hosted the teachers and staff from Ngateu school at our lodge. We enjoyed getting to know each other on a social level. We truly enjoyed some of the staff that came in their Maasae dress. Most walked here and then walked home in the dark.... probably miles or so. This is what this trip is all about...getting to know our brothers and sisters half way around the world. So blessed.
Both Ken and I are missing families and our football teams...but after hearing the scores lately, we are kind of glad we weren't there to be so upset.
Time is going fast. Ken has been painting a class room with a couple of others and then David is going to paint a mural on one long wall. We don't know yet what it is going to be. hopefullly the blog will have pictures.
Marilyn and Ken Ahlf (forgive errors we are lucky to get to even blog....let alone correct spelling!!!)
We went across the street to the primary school and divided up into two teams. Ken led one and I the other.
There were 55 kids Some kids we are sure batted3-4 times before we discovered they had been up before.
After the game with the form 1 kids, we decided to let the primary kids bat (probably about 250 little kids) talk about trying to keep an order. A few of the teachers also pitched and batted. so much fun.
We also went to a place called Lake Natron and went on a 3 hour hike up to a waterfall. We had a local Maasae guide that warned me my tennis shoes were not adequate and I couldn't wear them. The next morning when I showed up in my tennis shoes he lectured me again and said I was going to get wet. Well, he was not kidding...We hiked up rocks like billy goats then down into the water, sometimes waist deep, then up the rocks, down the rocks, over goat, donkey and monkey poop, then washed it off by traipsing through the water for a bit.
It was hard work, hot sun and great fun. Everyone worked up a sweat, put our fears of height on hold, grabbed onto small ledges, hung onto the guides (there were 2) and all agreed it was worth it. Some went into the water fall and swam around with the guide, then had a water massage, and then down the rock slide and landed back on shore (should I say rocky ledge) with the rest of us. This along with the softball game has been the highlight of my trip. Although tonight we hosted the teachers and staff from Ngateu school at our lodge. We enjoyed getting to know each other on a social level. We truly enjoyed some of the staff that came in their Maasae dress. Most walked here and then walked home in the dark.... probably miles or so. This is what this trip is all about...getting to know our brothers and sisters half way around the world. So blessed.
Both Ken and I are missing families and our football teams...but after hearing the scores lately, we are kind of glad we weren't there to be so upset.
Time is going fast. Ken has been painting a class room with a couple of others and then David is going to paint a mural on one long wall. We don't know yet what it is going to be. hopefullly the blog will have pictures.
Marilyn and Ken Ahlf (forgive errors we are lucky to get to even blog....let alone correct spelling!!!)
posted by Larry at
9:47 AM
3 Comments:
I gave the Wow to Mary's description of the Safari but she had not mentioned the softball games. What a hoot. I hear the children's laughter and sequels all the way to here. I can't wait to see the pictures. Larry better come through for me. (I removed some of the extra blank lines from your blog so it presents better :)
Hi Mom and Dad,
Sounds like you are having a wonderful time. Can't wait to see all your photos. I was humbled by the classroom photo. So few desks and chairs. Is this typical? I loved the tree lined road with the lavender colored blooms. The kids are all doing well. Brent has finished the criminal law stage in school. Now he is shooting and driving and aprehending criminals. Lots to study. Miss you. Love, Vicki & Family
Hi Mom and Dad (Ken & Marilyn),
Kristi update: She just turned in a huge project last night. Very stressful for her. She did an awesome job on it. No doubt she is in the right field for her. She dressed up for Halloween on Monday. She was told others would do the same but they didn't. Love you, Vicki
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