Bukaywa

We travelled over 150 miles (it felt a lot further) to the mountain village of Bukaywa. We arrived late on Friday night. The roads grew narrower, steeper and more rutted as we neared our destination. It was so dark that it felt like we were truly in the middle of nowhere.

The rear wheel of our van got stuck in the mud where a small spring crossed the road. It was buried about half way up the tire and the other vans had already gone ahead.

Out of the darkness people came to assist. By the time they got it out about 20 people were there. We continued up the mountain and each gully and bridge was a new thrill.

The stars are amazing! But waking with the light was even more amazing. We are overlooking the most beautiful valley I have ever seen. It is green and lush with banana trees, coffee plants, mangos oranges and more. What is also surprising is that I am connected to the internet!

We are staying in a house with 3 small bedrooms, a seating area and a small room for bathing. It is close quarters but we are all getting along well. Hannah said this morning that she is "over the whole vanity thing". It is hard to be vain or unappreciative when those who are welcoming us are so generous and humble.

Words can not express how blessed we are to be here and to greet these people on behalf of our family in Busti.
We are preparing for church. I have been looking forward to this all week.

Love to all,
Joyce