What has been going on here? Not exactly a whole lot. It's been getting hotter by the day and night. Hottest so far about 115 during the day. I tried to go to sleep at 105 one night. That was an impossible feat. On windy days there is another reason I cannot walk around, other than the incredible heat and direct, searing sun: the sand storms. So all in all it's pretty miserable to be here.
There's been no new work related developments. Though they celebrated bob marley's death, so I went to the english club's meeting at the high school. Gag me, right? Quite ridiculous.
I've also planted about 200 tree sacks to do a tree nursery. If you looked through my pictures of my town (Guinguineo) you'll notice a lack of green. I'm hoping to put a splash of color into this desert sand. That's really time intensive, so what I'll probably be doing most of my time. That is most of the time when it's cool and I want to do more than sit in my room. Ha.
This next month looks better though. I'm going to Dakar soon, relax, and to buy tickets to go to Cape Verde. Yep, vacation time the end of July. Jessica and I are going to three of the islands off the coast of Senegal. Have you ever heard of Cape Verde? Probably not. Look them up, they are quite beautiful. Flying into Santiago, then hiking around the amazing mountains of St. Antao, and up the volcano of Fogo. Hopefully I'll be able to put us some amazing photos.
As far as Senegal, I'm hoping to travel down to the National Park in the Southeast, as well as to St. Louis and over to Podor.
After that, who knows what I'll do. It'll be about a year in.
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At least it will be prettier after ou leave because of the green trees. I don't know how you do it, but I'm proud of you for undertaking this. I know you can't wait to get to Cape Verde. Relaxing and out of the sand and more food! Miss you sweetie. Love, Mom.
ReplyDeleteGlad you're doing well. Way to plant some trees, Kenny! Maybe one day they'll have a park full of shady trees and they'll dedicate it to that skinny, colorblind kid from Indiana. :o) Enjoy your vacation!!!
ReplyDeleteI never thought of you as a tree farmer but that sounds like that's about the only thing to do. I wish you the best. I just hope the trees you're planting can grow in 115 degree temps! I sure hope your vacation is relaxing. Sound like you'll be seeing some beautiful country. Just be careful. I hope you and Jessica have a great time! We sure miss you and say prayers for you. Have a safe trip.
ReplyDeleteLove Aunt Wanda
Is it a year yet? I miss my lil bro! Grace and Rex want their Kenny to take them for a walk!
ReplyDeleteHang it there! Glad you are beautifying a drab part of the world. You will leave a more lasting impression on more people than I will in my entire life. Kudos.
Love ya
Hi Kenny:
ReplyDeleteHave a great trip and be safe. Box on its way as of June 1 which contains batteries for your trip- that is assuming they do not get taken out as postman said that is a no no. Hope they arrive ok. Birthday surprises in there too!
You and Jessie have a great time and take lots of photos! Martha