Catching Up

Wow, it's been a while since we posted. There have been times when I thought to myself, "I really need to post" but I was just too tired - so this is to catch everyone up to speed.

Most of you probably know that we are staying here in Uganda for the next couple of years or so. We spent a good bit of time looking for a new home and God led us to one that is just wonderful! It is quite a bit closer to town and to the university. Last night was our first night here and overall I'd say it was good.

Before I say more about where we are now, I'd like to help you see a bit of how we brought everything here....we went to Kampala in search of some pretty big items (fridge, stove, washing machine, and furniture). We found the first 3 in stores similar to Wal-mart (but no where near the choice selection). The furniture was found along a street where many carpenters work. We stopped and walked along until we found what we liked the best and felt was a fair price. This is not who we bought from, but gives you an idea. Interesting fact: the wood work stays outside - even if it rains - very durable furniture(even if a bit warped) :)

We loaded up all the big items into this truck we rented. I was so grateful they had a tarp (because I forgot to bring one) and we're back in the rainy season. If the rain doesn't get everything wet, the dust from the roads will make it all dusty - so I was happy.

Here's a view of downtown Kampala (with the truck - in blue)Shopping here is quite interesting as "stores" are more specialized than in the US. Joel reminds me that there is no Home Depot often. Here is a place to buy car parts...plants and flowers...bricks...

stones (from what I recall, they use these big stones mostly for the outside of houses; maybe for a sidewalk around a hotel)...

car radios...

rugs and "plush" chairs...

As you can see, it is definitely different shopping in Uganda. We're getting used to it - somehow. Well, the kids are awake and hungry (and I am too) so I'll write about our new home later.... :)

p.s. All the pictures were taken while driving down the road - thus, some are clearer than others and there is a lovely black border to some. My desire was to help you imagine what it is like here, but Joel and I agreed that it is next to impossible - you'll need to come in person!