SPIDERS AND LIZARDS AND BIRDS (oh my!). We had a great few days this week, so we hope you will read to the end to read about our experiences) It is alway interesting to come to a new place and discover the different kinds of critters that you come across. Here are some pictures of a … Continue reading Kritters of Kenema
Hand in Hand in Sierra Leone
Our experiences while serving as a full-time senior missionary couple in Sierra Leone
The Signs of Government
As mentioned in an earlier post, where we live is not far from the majority of government buildings. I thought it might be interesting to show some of the many signs of government that are here in Kenema. First a little background on Sierra Leone. General elections were held in Sierra Leone on 7 March 2018 to elect the … Continue reading The Signs of Government
Weekly Highlights (the 4s’s of Kenema)
LaDawn wrote the post this week, so I thought I would add a second one with our weekly highlights. On Monday evening LaDawn still wasn’t 100% so I attended the Simbeck Branch FHE with the Young Single Adults. Only three showed up last week: James, Mohammed and Elizabeth. We had a good question and answer … Continue reading Weekly Highlights (the 4s’s of Kenema)
The 4 S’s of Kenema
We have been here in Kenema a month now. It feels like so much longer. We have become familiar with so many things, but still have much to learn. When we go for walks now, we are not always the first to say hello because we have become familiar to others along the way. I … Continue reading The 4 S’s of Kenema
Industry in Kenema
Before we left on our mission, we read on the internet that Kenema was “an industrial city”. Now that probably means something different to me and to each of you than it did to the author, because as far as I can tell there isn’t much “industry” here. But as I have continued to think … Continue reading Industry in Kenema
The Fog is Lifting
Another great week has gone by here in Kenema, Sierra Leone, Africa. And as the name of this post indicates, the fog is beginning to lift and we are getting our feet under us. There is still much for us to do and learn and integrate with, but it is beginning to feel more … Continue reading The Fog is Lifting
The Bumpy Roads of Kenema
We have been here just over a week now and are beginning to feel the rhythm of this place. The people, the activity, the daily cycle and the weather. We are making efforts to become a part of that rhythm and that cycle - with some success. Morning starts early for most. The Muslim call … Continue reading The Bumpy Roads of Kenema
The Road to Kenema
On Friday morning, July 13th we left “civilization” in Freetown and headed out to Kenema. President Clawson and I rode together in the Toyota Hylux pickup and Sister Clawson and LaDawn rode together in the Toyota Fortuner. All in all it was about a 6 hour drive to get here, leaving around 1 pm from Freetown … Continue reading The Road to Kenema
Kenema at last!
We have now been in Sierra Leone for just over 5 days. We spent Tuesday night until Friday afternoon at the home of the President and Sister Clawson. The Clawson's then took us to Kenema on Friday afternoon. Tom and Pres. Clawson drove the truck we will be using and Sister Clawson and I drove … Continue reading Kenema at last!
Arrival in Freetown
After completing our MTC training, we were able to travel to Blackfoot to visit one last time with LaDawn's 5 brothers and their spouses. How we loved being with them! On Sunday evening we enjoyed another treat as we were able to visit for a short time with Steve and Pat Weber. Steve served as … Continue reading Arrival in Freetown
Kunz Corner 