Kuondoka

You guys, we are leaving for Kenya today.

In case you were wondering what the heck “Kuondoka” means, it means LEAVING in Swahili.

If you’ve been reading the blog for a while, you know about this trip. If you haven’t, no worries.

Here’s the quick and dirty 411: my husband and I, along with 8 other team members from our church, are headed to Kenya for 10 days to serve in a village that we’ve adopted called Kiria. I went last year, had my life changed, came home, wouldn’t stop talking about it, decided to go back… and my husband is coming along!

For those of you that are wondering:

-YES, I will be blogging from Kenya! So you won’t miss a thing. I’ll be posting daily (Lord willing and spotty Kenyan wi-fi (pronounced wee-fee by the Kenyans) permitting). I’ll be sharing TONS of photos, our experiences, what we are up to, and all that jazz along the way.

Oh, and let’s hope Nyawira doesn’t lose an eye this year, mmkay?

-Yes, the standard #YOLOmondays link-up with Carly will STILL happen on Monday.

-Standard outfit posts and general goofiness will obviously return when I get home. Although I can promise you’ll see what I’m wearing in country. You know, if you’re curious. Also, no matter the subject, you know I can’t be 100% serious the whole time.

-And, as always, your prayers (or, if you’re not the praying type, your positive thoughts) for our team are always welcomed and really appreciated.

If you would like, you can check out our TEAM blog by clicking here. That blog will also have general team updates!

In case you’re curious, my personal prayer (or positive thought) requests are:

  • That my husband and I will humbly serve our team members.
  • That I will be able to humbly serve the people of Kiria, Kenya.
  • That when faced with challenges, I will be able to earnestly seek God’s guidance to make the right decision.
  • That our team won’t suffer any sickness or health related issues. (this is a big one...)
  • Safety. Safety. Safety.
  • That my personal faith and walk with Christ will continue to be matured and strengthened through this mission trip.
  • That my husband and I will be able to continue to grow and strengthen our marriage through our experience.

Thank you guys for all the support, encouragement, and LOVE throughout this process. You have no idea how much it means to us.

Anywho. We’re getting on a plane today… that we will be on for the next 24 hours. Yikes. So much flying.

xo, Molly

ps: My apologies in advance for the delay in responding to comments AND my inability to comment on a lot of my fave blogs over the next 10 days. Y’all know I still love you. 🙂

49 Comments

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  6. I am so darn stinkin’ excited for you guys!!!! I’ve never been to Kenya so I can’t wait to read your stories and see your photos (take lots of pictures please..including some where you are giving the double thumbs up because those make me smile!)
    Have fun friend!
    XO – Marion

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  9. Seriously can’t wait to see all of your pictures Molly! Sending positive thoughts your way, especially for your health and safety. Have an amazing trip.

    xo,
    Stephanie

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  11. I cannot wait to hear about your incredible trip. I did a service trip in college that changed my perspective on a lot of thing and have been dying to go back since. I will be living through you! Be safe! xo

    -Alyssa
    The Glossy Life

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  16. Molly, I think it is absolutely wonderful what you and your husband are doing. I hope you have safe travels and I can’t wait to hear about your time in Kenya!

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  18. I’d really love to do a mission trip one day… Or multiple times… Sometimes I feel like I’m not always equipped as well as I should be to do it, but I know with lots of prayer God’s pretty powerful to lead my thoughts and words. Can’t wait to hear more! xoxo

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  21. I love you guys and am praying all of these things for you! Last year I watched as your life was changed and so was mine in a small way. This year, my heart is invested in you and I know you both will come back very touched and very different for the greater glory of our God! Love you sooo much!

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    1. Dani thank you so much. Your comments and encouragement and spiritual guidance last year as such a blessing to me. And just know how much of a blessing you are to me now! Love you!!

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