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The group gathers at YYC Airport to begin our exciting adventure!
Wednesday 4 April 2012
Visiting Family
Last year we were the hosts for an IVEP person, Simion Sitonik. This week, as part of the MCC AB tour to Kenya, we met again. His parents graciously invited us to stay with them. We gladly accepted. We met Simion’s parents and siblings and other relatives. They threw out the red carpet for us, served us traditional Maasai food: sorghum porridge, chai tea, ugali, and kale, but also cornflakes and coffee (once). I did not realize that bonding could happen so quickly. We had had a very good relationship with Simion, and now after only 3 nights, we also feel very close to his parents and family. They wanted us to stay longer. We felt as though we were at home. We are excited to be on this tour with MCC AB to help build the sand dam, and visit MCC projects and express our thanks to those who have organized it and served us very well.
George and Helga Loewen
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Hi George and Helga,
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for your note! I'm so glad that you enjoyed your time with Simion and his family. That's wonderful. We have found the people of Najile to be so amazingly warm and welcoming. I hope you enjoy your time in Maasai Mara. And travel well and safely!
Kim
Lovely memories. We visited Simon's parents a year ago, but only very briefly. I was so impressed with their knowledge of farming and agriculture.
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