Day 2 - sick

Yes, 2 days in and I am sick. No, it wasn't the Kenyan food that I had, nor the water and vegies, but cranberry juice. What a mistake. Let's just say that last night was not fun, especially during a dinner that someone had invited me to. I am feeling a lot better now but stomach is still a little bit unsettled.

So yesterday I started my orientation and have met up with different people working at SIM Kenya as well as other missionaries on site. It's been very encouraging hearing their stories and how God is working in Kenya.

Today i went to the SIM office. It's about a 15 minute walk from the compound. I really have to get used to walking here in Nairobi. You know when you go bush walking and you try to find some even ground in the dirt to walk on? That's what it's like here everywhere. There are random rocks, ditches and drains everywhere. Then there's the traffic. I went to lunch with a lady named Clarisse and we had to cross a few roads, including a roundabout. I felt like i needed to hold her hand. The rule: cross half way and a car might slow down for you. 


I also rode on a matatu for the first time. It was definitely the squashiest mode of transport I've ever taken. While the mini-van is moving, people are running up from behind and jumping on. The door remains open for most of the trip and there is REALLY loud RnB music playing from inside. There are curtains on the windows and you just can't help but smile and laugh.

Here are more photos:

Humphrey & Daniel at gate

Rose 5 - my accommodation

Chipati with roast chicken and soup

Lunch with Clarisse

Inside matatu, that's a guy hanging off the van

Matatu in Nairobi streets

Matatu

 

 

Malaria tablets