30 July 2011 - A Wet Patch - Red Rhino Outreach Project

A few days ago we had a sudden, unanticipated afternoon rain storm. Noah's yellow hard hat and all the rest of him were soaked in the few minutes it took him to gather his tools and get under cover.

We had disconnected the 5" inlet pipe to prohibit the first flush of water from the dirty roofs going into the drinking water storage tanks.

Gilbert put on his slicker, a nice compliment to Noah's hat, and headed out to reconnect.

The rest of us, under the shelter of the workshop roof, kept working on the two new gates.

Gilbert managed quickly,

then made his long,

wet way back.

Lucky and the younger boys were in their house...trying to stay focused.

The rain lasted about half an hour, but was enough to get the rickety school bus stuck solid about a kilometer and a half from Kinani, a village a few kilometers from our place.

The kids beat a muddy path and Gilbert and I met them there just before dark. On the way down, Gilbert and I saw two lightning stikes hit some sisal plants nearby, and a luminous blue ball glowed for two or three seconds after each.

We piled into the pick up along with a few strays and slip-slided our way back home.

The kids were largely dry and happy to be home.

We warmed and fed them.

And said good night to the painter of the Rothko sky.

Inspite of this soggy entry, the drought conditions here and in most of northern Kenya are unabated. There are lots of serious consequences.

Yours for greater precipitation,

David

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Bonnie Neuer says
July 30, 2011 at 8:55 pm

Loved the pictures of your rain. It all looks so peaceful there and it makes me wonder if all those people walking from Somalia got some of the rain as well. They all look so tired and thirsty and dusty. What a sad situation.
It’s good to see the children at Red Rhino looking so well and happy.
Thanks for the pictures, David.
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Greg Traverso says
July 30, 2011 at 9:17 pm

Bwana, good on ya mate for getting a journal posting out and breaking at least that drought. I know you’ve had internet and computer problems of late but it was great to receive this. May it rain in Kenya and shower us with your pictures and updates. Greg
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Chris L says
July 30, 2011 at 10:43 pm

Continued prayers for solid, sustaining rain. Glad that you all seem well. The orphanage looks like a continued refuge. Chris
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dave hakeem says
August 1, 2011 at 9:01 am

“If my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray…… will ask God for his blessing on your land and people. Love and care to you all. David
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John and Gayle DeGregori says
August 1, 2011 at 11:08 am

Nice to hear some good news from Kenya and see the children happy. Blessings to all! Gayle

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