OK, so the time is getting really close. By now I feel like a pin cushion and my immune system has been more stimulated than ever in my life! Vaccination against tyhpoid, influenza, pneumonia, cholera, traveller's diarrhea, tetanus, diphtheria, and polio! And, starting tomorrow, malarone, to prevent the manifestations of malaria, should I be unlucky enough to get bitten. I will also wear (100%) DEET repellent to keep the pests at bay.
My bags are packed, and I am anticipating details, the camera, the charger, enough of the right clothes, reading material, etc., etc, etc.
My anxiety level is a little lower than I had expected it might be at this point, maybe a factor of the preoccupation with the preparation.
One more day before we depart for Toronto, from where we fly to Heathrow, and then on to Nairobi. Form Nairobi to Kijabe we will drive for about an hour. Kijabe is at about 6500 feet elevation, very warm daytime, cooler at night, from what I can tell.
And, of all times, I have developed a nasty cold!
3 comments:
Hey Dad, sorry I wasn't able to speak with you before you left. I hope your trip went smoothly and you get settled-in smoothly. Things in Berlin are going well: I really like where I'm working and have never been so occupied with things to do. I love this city, but it's a little strange to think that I rarely see the sun anymore (sun sets around 4:30 here at this time of year). Anyways, I didn't think to ask if you would have access to a computer or internet connection while there, but hopefully you will and we'll be able to chat while you're away. misss you. matthew...
Hi bro meant to call you before you left but I got busy and it slipped my mind hope the journey went well, stay well and take care.
Thanks Matthew,
I have sent you an e-mail just a minute ago; I am enjoying this very much. I do notice that my breathing is affected by the altitude of 7000 feet, but I am determined to try and get one run, just to say I ran in Kenya!!
Take care
Dad
xoxox
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