Sitting in Mrs. Chennault's 8th grade English class nine years ago, I
would have never dreamed that our paths would cross again on a mission
trip to Africa. Carla and I both independently signed up to travel to
Kenya with the organization, No Child, and are so thankful to have
experienced this trip together. No Child offers sponsorships that
provide housing, basic necessities, and education to children who are
orphaned or those whose parents are unable to afford their schooling.
We traveled with a group of 13 amazing men and women varying in age,
career, and life experiences to three Pokot children's homes in Kenya
and updated over 565 child sponsorship profiles. Profiling included
taking photographs of the children, having them do a craft and write a
letter to their sponsor, and updating their information. From attending a
traditional church service to being invited by a mother into the home
that she hand built, I've gained an immense insight into the Pokot
culture. The Pokot are among the most resilient and wonderful people and
this journey was truly the best experience of my life.
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