Tuesday, July 31st

Tuesday – Visit to Lake Kivu. To the West  near Kibuye

Muraho (Hello) Friends!!! It has been almost two weeks since my hands have touched a computer. It has been an incredible freedom for me, but I am so glad to break my fast to tell you of our journey of fun and relaxation to Lake Kivu on Tuesday. It was a dream. This is quite possibly one of the most beautiful places I have ever been. If you have never seen a picture of Lake Kivu do yourself a favor and visit Google Images . . . right now. Ok, now that you have seen it . . . can you believe we got to be there!!!!???

We settled in at a beautiful grassy place where we took in the sun, rest, and fellowship. We kept saying that it felt like being in Monet’s Picnic on the Grass. Of course we had to go for a swim. Ford was the only one who had a bathing suit (which Eric later borrowed – don’t worry we have pictures) so Taylor, Hillary, and I made due with what we had. I swam in my pajamas – an experience I recommend for all. The water was crisp and clear and parasite free (or at least as far as we can tell). It was marvelous.  Before leaving we feasted on grilled cheese and pineapple sandwiches.  A large part of what made our visit to Lake Kivu so wonderful was being blessed with the company of Reverend Prosper. I wish you could all meet him. He is a delight and full of joy. His joy is clearly from the Lord and contagious. He has requested that we teach him to swim next time we come – I can’t wait!

The 2 hour van ride there and back was not wasted – it was full of seeing the beautiful countryside and enjoying our friendships. It was a great day of enjoying God’s beautiful creation – both on the earth and in each other. “It is by faith that we understand that the universe was created by God’s Word so that what can be seen was made out of what cannot be seen.” Hebrews 11:3

Murote Imana! (Dream of God)

Sarah