Trip to Maasai Land

 

Our askari (security guy), Emmanuel, is a true Maasai Moran (warrior). We love having him around as our protection!  As a Moran, he has killed lions, buffalo, elephants, rhinos.  I have no doubt that he can take care of us!  

 

Emmanuel's family, living in the heart of Maasai land is experiencing the drought of Kenya first hand. Before the drought, they had over 400 cattle.  They now have 22.  They have no food and no money for food.  Their story is the norm for the Maasai living in Kenya.  We wanted to help them.  And Jackie is about to leave and she has been dying to go to Maasai land!  (She thinks she is part Maasai.)

We went to visit them on Friday, taking along food for the families in his home.  Jeremiah, who LOVES his Maasai uncles, went along with us.  He is always fascinated by the cool sounds they make as they sing to him.  Friday, he got a serious dose of Maasai!  

 

Emmanuel's family was happy to have us.  The little ones were fascintated with our white skin and the adults were thrilled as well.  They spoke no English and very little Kiswahili. Emmanuel translated when they welcomed us and when I shared with them.  

They were so appreciative of our presence and the food we brought them. I really want to go back soon.  A little food goes a long way for people who are truly in need. I LOVE this job!  It is so fun to be a part of this and to get to help in some small way.  Truly, one of the best experiences I have had in Kenya.   

 

 

We even ended with sharing some sodas, and just in time for the school children to come home and get the treat.

It was an amazing day and I can't wait to go back!!  If you would like to give a specific donation gift for food for the Maasai people, go to the HCO website (http://www.hischerishedones.org/) and click on the "Donate" tab.  Please designate "Maasai" when you give online through Network for Good or send directly to HCO.  I will keep you updated on my next visit and send pictures of how your gift was given to make a difference in the lives of these amazing people.