Kenyans have a much different perspective towards recreation than Americans- which is to be expected.
I'm not so sure my job would exist here, well it would definitely be different.
At the children's home, for example, there were always "duties" to perform: sweeping, mopping floors and sidewalks, cleaning dishes, taking care of the animals, taking care of younger kids, painting a new building, etc... I was so impressed with the work ethic. I never once heard a kid complain about their responsibilities! It was simply what they did.
But they are still kids, and they always enjoyed playing! We took a group of 20 kids to the beach one day and played in the waves, we had a spontaneous night soccer game on the slanted rock driveway, the two teenage boys taught us a hand slap game (hilarious), and I was happy to see them playing futball at the school! They also love dancing!
So I have learned that our choice of recreation may differ, but all people seek and find ways to play, to laugh, and to connect with others.
And yes, this kid is hard at work:)
And today we helped with a retired group at the Thiiri Cultural Center in Meru. This is what my Great Aunt has been creating, so cool: www.thiiricultiralcentre.org
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