We're back!

Ethan and I made it back safely to Kigali this morning, after what will go down as the all-time, worst-ever, "TIA", scary, awkward, extremely uncomfortable, Survivor-like, 12 hour nighttime bus ride from Kampala. There really are no words. But I'll try to conjure up a better image for you later! And also of the good times, the amazing scenery, views, and extraordinary people we met. We had such an awesome time exploring Uganda, and saw some stunning examples of just how cool and creative God is. After Ethan leaves on Sunday, I'll have a week before school begins, and I hope to have some time to try and reflect and write, and put some of the memories on paper (or computer!).

We slept some this morning, and were thankful for showers and clean clothes, after about 48 hours of wearing the same thing. We're at Shokola now, and just enjoyed some hummus and mint tea, and had an awesome skype with family, including the famous Aiden! Man, he's getting big! Miss him so much! Momma, we'll skype with you tomorrow, k? Been a good relaxing day. Gonna try to connect with a few friends tonight (most are still out of country.) Bout to head home and primp a bit and go to a "Seychelles" themed New Years party at the preacher's house so Ethan can meet a lot of the KICS families, then probably gonna head to my favorite estabalishment of Carwash for some great and greasy pork, and maybe try to see "Black Mzungu", the famous Rwandan hip-hop and reggae artist in concert later. Should be a fun and interesting night! Glad to get to spend it with my brother! Tomorrow, we've got big plans for an African market experience, craft co-op, and just some chill time. He leaves after church on Sunday. :-( I promise more stories and pics will come later from our adventures. Miss you all and thinking of you at home right now enjoying the snow! Can't believe ya'll had a snowy-white Christmas! I'm jealous! Much, much love, peace, and joy to you all...and many bright and beautiful blessings and promises for 2011!

Love from Kigali,
Emily