As the end of the semester has arrived, we have traveled to the local YMCA to seek residence and solace there. While staying here it is our goal to praise the Lord for the work He has done this past semester, evaluate the ministry thus far and set goals for next semester. The YMCA is simple but nice. We have mosquito nets (albeit with a few holes), clean bedding, a bathroom with running water and even hot showers if you go down the hall. They also have a very good carrot soup with a hint of ginger, which I just consumed for lunch.

No matter, we have been intermingling our sessions of re-entry to Western society, evaluation, and planning with a bit of fun here and there. Tonight we will have a gift exchange, somewhat like a secret Santa. The catch is that the giver must have spent no money and must be as original as possible. I shall be quite intrigued to see what this stunt shall deliver to some of the teammates.

The YMCA also has a pool; a welcomed sight for all, for it is the only pool we have seen since arriving here. I myself have not dropped so much as a toe in the pool due to various reasons, the latest being the simple fact that I ate less than an hour ago and would hate to get cramps and drown this close to going home for Christmas. However, upon my return I think it best to swim a few laps just for good measure.

Apart from this, life is grand, all has been going well and we are looking forward to that time of departure, some on Sunday, and others on Monday. In between now and then we have one more church service, some farewells and packing that holds us in Kenya. I will see you soon and hope all is well!