Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Flying under a Full moon and African Skies

In less than 48 hours i'll be on a night flight to paris, then an early morning flight to Nairobi. I will arrive friday night in Nairobi, and wait for Bill there -- he'll be there sunday night. I am not sure what i will do alone for 2 days but I certainly don't plan on staying in my hotel room. While I am so anxious to meet Elijah, we want to meet him together. So monday morning bright and Early, we will travel to Kigali to meet our son for the first time, and God will "take the lonely and put him in a family" We will feel so humbled and priveledged to be a part of God's plan for this little boy, who has not been forgotten by his heavenly father although his earthly parents are gone and he has no one to wipe his tears,hold his hand, or comfort him. We were told he knows the words for Mama and papa. I wonder if he means his birth parents, or he was just taught this by the nuns. He is probably old enoguh to remember his birth parents and has only been apart from them since July, when circumstances which we will never know separated them forever . I hope when he is told that Mama and Papa are coming his little heart isn't anxiously looking for his birth parents. But I know that love can heal a broken heart, so litte one, a Mama and Papa are coming- it may not be who you think, but we hope to make your mama and papa proud by raising you to love God above all, and love your family as much as we will love you, our son. Love, Mama and Papa.

4 comments:

Tina Harriman said...

wow...I'm crying...that was beautiful. I'll be praying that when he sees you and Bill...he will KNOW that he is looking at his Mama and Papa!

waitingarms said...
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waitingarms said...

Do you know where in Nairboi you will be staying? Some suggestions for things to do/places to see include The Karen Blixen Museum (watch Out of Africa beforehand to really appreciate the museum), The Giraffe Centre and Kazuri Bead Factory which are all in the same area – Karen, Nairobi. Additionally, you might enjoy Amani ya Juu (amaniafrica.org) which has both a Kenyan and Rwandan connection or the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage. Nairobi is a foodie destination and there are lots of great restaurants. Some recommendations include Mediterraneo for Italian food at the Junction Shopping Centre, on Ngong Road, Nairobi or The Karen Blixen Coffee Garden Restaurant. Depending on where you are staying, there are also great restaurants in Westlands, Nairobi and traffic is not as congested as the downtown area. You can also ask for recommendations from the concierge at the hotel you are staying. For transportation, use Kenatco Taxis (usually outside most hotels) – the price is set. Most other taxi companies you have to negotiate the price and most tourists end up paying at least three times the normal fare! Enjoy your trip to Nairobi and if you have any questions about Nairobi, I would be delighted to answer them.

Blessings on your trip and praying for a wonderful transition as you pick up your son in Rwanda.

Jenny said...

such a wonderful post! i'm so so happy for you guys!

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