Humphery's First Christmas

“Humphrey's” First Christmas

 School can be so much fun. I was reading a book to the children about  "Humphrey First Christmas", a story of a camel that is pretty full of  himself.  He lost his most beautiful blanket on the journey through the desert.

 In order to replace it, he devices a plan to trike his master in giving him a new one. His plan worked and he was a proud owner of a new blanket, his pride and joy.

Three wise men joined his caravan to visit a King in Bethlehem. Humphrey wasn't really happy about it, he needed to carry the heavy chests of the wise men. The King was not found in a Palace, as Humphrey expected, but in a stable. The wise men keeled down and worship the newborn King.

It's a funny and really sweet book. After I finished reading I asked the children what they could give to Jesus, what they loved most! Think carefully I asked them, what is your most priced possession?




  After a few moments one boy raises his hand and says: “My mother"! Everybody laughed, even he. What a precious answer. He really loves his mom and to be willing to give her away would cost him dearly. He had my admiration. Then I talked about their hearts, we can give Jesus our hearts, ourselves, that is the most treasures thing we can give to him.
What a sweet moment with the children. Some looked at me with sparkling eyes as I spoke of giving our hearts to Jesus. 

Most of the children are from families that don't know about God's love. I have the honor inviting them to give themselves to Christ, isn't that worthwhile living for; and sometimes also suffer for.

Jambo Friends

When you get away for the weekend here in Kenya you might end up at a lodge that has a water hole. That exactly happened when I went for a short break on a weekends. Here are some of the snap shots I took of the elephants. Some of them came even close to the veranda of my room. I could have touched them, but of course that is a "no no" ! After all they are real wild elephants. After a day I could distinguish them by their peculiar habits and funny moves. Enjoy!

Taking bath is my favorite activity

Nothing refreshes like water

Whatever you do, just relax

A relaxing position is the key

At times you have to push hard

I value my figure and stay in shape with regular exercise

What do you mean"you never saw an elephant scratch?

Just coming by for a snack

My earns are beautiful, no they are not too large!

There is always another side to the story

Mom's milk is the best

Just having some fun

No, I don't have a hang over

I keep an eye on you.

Now that is a pair of tusker! My hygienist will be amazed.

Can you do this?

All the talk about wrinkles is getting on my nerve. Mine are just beautiful!