Back in Cali

I am now officially back in the U.S. I arrived in New York about one hour ago, but not without complications along the way. Let’s just say that I’m not real fond of airline personnel or security at this point of my day. One good thing came about, however. I was able to upgrade my seating assignment to business class thanks to some trusty frequent flier miles. That was a blessing because you know what it’s like it economy/coach. I had a nice sleep during my 8-hour flight from Brussels to New York thanks to a seat that completely reclined flat!!! Movie selection on American leaves something to be desired though. I did watch most of Breakfast at Tiffany’s since I had never seen that before…it’s a little shady!

Now that I’m back here, I’m reminded that U.S. is full of distractions and things that we don’t’ need. I think I enjoyed my simple life and even got used to the cold showers after a while. I am still very sad missing my friends in Uganda, but I’m looking forward to many reunions in the U.S. It will be a busy month as I try to reconnect with friends and get ready for the school year (we have homework that I’ve been avoiding!) I thought this would be a good time to review the things that I will miss and not miss about Uganda.

Things I will miss:
    The people! (on my way to the car, I felt like a rock star being mobbed by many students who wanted to say goodbye. Bless their hearts!)
    The simplistic life
    Taxis
    Walking around
    Learning Luganda
    Stories from Pastor Richard
    Pastor Dongo & his family
    All the delicious food & people cooking for me!
    The praise and worship of the students (I can sing worship in Luganda)
    Bible study with the students
    Daily letters from students

Things that I won’t miss:
    Cold showers
    People asking for money
    Not being free to do what I want when I want
    Uganda time (everything is slower there and nothing happens when you schedule it)
Needing to ask others for help
    Slow internet and not having easy access when I wanted it.
    Not being able to understand conversations in Luganda
    Dogs! They bark all night long
    When the power goes out for more than a day!
    Kids asking me if I know someone in the U.S.