33 Years Old

Yes my birthday was yesterday. Another year down and a hopeful year ahead. It's strange getting older in a place where birthdays don't really mean anything. Most people don't really know how old they are and usually don't celebrate birthdays especially when they are older. For me it was a delightful day with the sun shinning once again. I skipped school for the day but of course studied a bit in the morning. Rachel maid crepes with fresh mangoes and homemade whip cream for breakfast (Mouth watering).

Then we opened some presents. Tekoa had picked me out an orange tie that he demanded I should have to wear to school. (sorry the picture isn't very good) Funny he thought orange was the only color for me. Some things never change.

Being home with the family and resting were the most exciting parts, which didn't last for long because I had those studies to do which were interrupted; first by a couple guys wanting some money, which turned into a long discussion about who Jesus really was. Then the gas for the cooker went out which required a quick trip to town with my Personal Assistant Tekoa. We were then able to make lunch and put the kids down for naps. Later we went for ice cream cones (a perk of living in the 3rd largest city in Kenya)

As the day went on Tekoa and I started the work on his new bed (new meaning newly recycled). He is getting too big for the crib we originally bought when he was born. He keeps rolling into the sides at night waking himself up, thus waking us up. Not fun. So to save money and sleep we dismantled something outside and attempted to fit it together as a bed. Unfortunately the wood is a bit wonky (british for not quite straight). Tekoa loved the work though. Hopefully we'll finish it in a couple of days.

Another blessing for a father's birthday was the first actually crawling activity of our dear Eliza. She has been army crawling for some time but finally got on those hands and knees and took a few steps if you can call them that. She is a shy girl around other people but has so much personality that overflows when it's just the family. So if you ever meet her don't be offended if it takes a while to become friends.

This was dinner. There are certain meals that aren't usually on the menu for us. Though we eat like Americans mostly we are still limited due to cost of American food or availability. Anyway it was a special occasion so we had Lasagna with olives. Very tasty. There is something about baking in a charcoal oven and its natural flavor. You should try it some time, it's well worth the effort. Or just visit and we can do it for you.

Of course a special occasion wouldn't be complete with out a fresh mango/apple pie. My wife has a gift I am proud to say.

All in all it was a beautiful birthday. I got so many greetings from friends and family of which I am grateful. It's always nice to be remembered, well almost always.