Monthly Archives: January 2008

January 20, Sunday, 7:54PM Ethiopian Time Today was a day full of Ethiopian culture. The Ethiopians are celebrating the Christian Orthodox holiday called Timket. It’s a huge celebration all throughout the city which commemorates the baptism of Jesus. The streets … Continue reading →

January 19. Saturday, 9:18AM Ethiopian Time We got up this morning, ate breakfast, and prepared to head to the orphanage when we got word that Liz’ grandfather died last night. This could not have come at a worse time. There … Continue reading →

January 18, Friday, 9:06PM Ethiopian Time I fell a day behind in my writing due to the busy schedule we’re keeping. Yesterday (Thursday the 17th) we got up and had a real breakfast. Eggs, Toast, Fruit and Tea, or Chi … Continue reading →

January 16, Wednesday, 8:12AM Ethiopian Time There’s 4 of us in our room. All of us guys except for Paul who is bunking with his wife. There’s two bunk beds in our room so Justin and I grabbed one and … Continue reading →

January 15, Tuesday, 8AM Ethiopian Time I hope that’s the right date and time. I’m all off kilter. Ethiopia is 11 hours ahead of California so I’m a little confused.  I’m writing a lot but I’m bored stiff and I … Continue reading →

January 14, Monday,  8:30AM Pacific Time We’re airborne! Justin and I roomed together last night and both woke before the alarm went off. We showered and then head downstairs right on time then waited another 20 minutes for the stragglers … Continue reading →

January 13, Sunday, 10:30PM Pacific Time Had a rocking set at church today. Afterward I spent my few last hours with the family before the trip then got in the van for the drive to San Francisco. It wasn’t a … Continue reading →

Four or so months ago our bible study group leader proposed that we go to Africa. Why you ask? Honestly, I was asking myself the same thing. Why the heck would I want to go to Africa? Sure, to “help … Continue reading →