Day 2

This morning we got up early at the Ethiopia Home. We met s dad, Steven and his newly adopted little girl, Menharit (mercy). Funny thing is, he and his wife are from Los Gatos. What are the chances? He will be at the home till August waiting final interview with US Embacy. Menaharit is beautiful and so eager to learn new things.  The bus arrived to take us to Awassa st 9:30am. It was quite an experience to watch the guys loading all the baggage on top of our bus and tie it all down. Despite so rain we were off!  Taking in the sights during the day was far different than at night. It was overwhelming to see the way the Ethiopian people live.  We stopped for lunch at a nice restaurant. I was able to attempt my first authentic Ethiopian food, Da rwhat. Not my favorite but at least I tried it. That one was for Karter! After our meal we went to the rest room and sadly one of our team mates got stuck. Within minutes there were eight men in this tiny bathroom trying to bang the door down to get her out. Good laugh had by all and then back on the road.  We arrived in Awassa at about 4:30 in the afternoon. Long ride but it provided much scenery and a chance for a short nap.  We are staying at the Lewi hotel. It is very  nice. I am rooming with Caroline. After checking in and unloading we were off for a tour of the city. We stopped at this beautiful resort that a famous athlete built.after taking in the sites of the lake  we sat down to have some coffee and French fries. The best part of my day was my shock when I got to face time with Robb and the kiddos.  Finally dinner. We went to the resort part of the Lewi hotel. We got to see monkeys! Don't make eye contact with them or they think you want a challenge. Dinner was great, I stuck with pizza. Then back home to unload and repack all our supplies for tomorrow.  I wish each of you could experience Ethiopia for yourselves. It's amazing and almost impossible to put into words!!!! Tomorrow is exciting, as we start our VBS and get to start loving on these kids!