Built in Baby Sitters

One of the great things about being with family, was having built in baby sitters. In Moshi, we have never left Eli with anyone. Not even for 10 minutes. He is always with us. Not because he or we couldn't handle it, but because we didn't have anyone to leave him with. For the first time, in Kisumu we left Eli in the care of family. The first time was because George and I had to go to the hospital to support a family member who was there. Eli stayed at the house to play with Adi, Ken and Andrew. The report was he did great, but it felt so strange to be without him.

One evening, George stayed with Eli so Suzy and I could have a girls night out. We had a wild night. Just kidding! We went to dinner, then went to the grocery store and were home by 9:30. That's what makes a wild night for a couple of old moms I guess! Again, it felt weird to be without Eli. I left after putting him to bed and I knew he was fine with George, but it was odd! We had a really nice time, though. Suzy is my closest friend here and I miss her when we are in Moshi. She is the best host and so funny. We love to cook and bake together. We made an awesome carrot cake and red velvet cake (both from scratch). We can talk about serious things and laugh about silly things. In Moshi, I don't have anyone like that. This was much needed girl time. It gets lonely in Moshi sometimes. During this trip, George got to spend time with his friends too. It was good for both of us.

Another night, George and I got out for a date night. We put Eli to bed and then slipped out for dinner. This was our first time out alone in 16 1/2 months! Again, it was a much needed time out.

We loved being around family. It was sad to leave and has been an adjustment being back just for a few days. It makes me happy seeing Eli bond with family and then I feel sad knowing he won't see them for a long time.



Eli loved when Grandpa drove up because he lets the kids play in his car.)



(There was never a lack of playmates.)



(Playing in Lake Victoria)