The sound of monkeys playing on our roof during the night became familiar to us as we were at language school in Arusha. What at first was a startling racket to wake up to in the middle of the night soon became a routine sound of “home.” We have now moved into our housing in Morogoro, and have no more monkeys waking us up at night. We have new sounds that are becoming familiar – birds chirping beautifully and the sound of children playing and singing.
This past week has been very exciting for us. We are now in the town that will be our home for the next two years. We have met many of our new colleagues who are all exceptionally kind and welcoming. Bishop Jacob Mameo, who Josh will be working with, invited us into his home for supper with his family our first day here. We are extremely grateful to him for giving us such a gracious reception.
Our housing is on the campus of Lutheran Junior Seminary, which also contains a language school where we hope to continue our language studies.
Swahili lesson – Are you familiar with the game “Jenga?” We were excited to learn that it means “to build” in Swahili. How appropriate! Now you can dazzle your friends with your new Swahili word.
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That is such an amazing picture. I am so glad you're sharing your experience with us.
Sue, thought of you today... Do you think that the residents of Morogoro would appreciate your Smartie Pants costume as much as we did? Have a Happy Halloween.
So glad to hear that your new accommodations are monkey free . . . even more, that you've made it to Morogoro. I can picture the Uluguru Mountains off in the distance.
Enjoy maisha matamu (or something like that).
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HELLO MY NAME IS NANCY KESSLER AND I WAS ON THE COMMITTE THAT CHOSE TO SPONSOR YOUR MISSION IN AFRICA. I AM FROM FAITH LUTHERAN IN LANDER WYOMING AND I WAS ALSO BORN IN BILLINGS. FAITH LUTHERAN IS EXCITED ABOUT LEARNING ALL THINGS AFRICA FROM YOU. NANCY KESSLER
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