As I get ready to head to Kenya with Amy and our four kids, I’ve been thinking about how to describe what this moment feels like. The best word I’ve got is calm.
That might not be what you’d expect. We’re traveling halfway around the world to a place we’ve never been, stepping into a completely different way of life. This trip really came together through Philip Coltart, our cinematographer who also serves as U.S. Director for Hope for Kenya. Last year, we sent four of our team members. What they experienced stuck with me. This year, it’s our turn as a family.
We’ll spend time at the Joy Schools in Ndhiwa, helping where there is real need—clean water, education, and building a home for a family.
With all that lies ahead, I feel a real sense of peace. I believe that comes from knowing this is something we’re supposed to do. Not having all the answers, but being willing to follow it anyway.
I’m also calm about what I’m leaving behind.
For the first time, both phones are off. No forwarding emails. No checking in. I’ll turn them on for pictures, and that’s about it. I trust our team completely, and I’m grateful for them.
I am excited. There’s a safari during the trip, and I’m told there’s a hot air balloon ride. I’m not great with heights, so we’ll see how that goes.
More than anything, I’m going to learn. To experience this with my family and take it in.
I don’t know exactly what this trip will bring.
But I calmly believe it’s going to matter—and I can’t wait to share what comes from it when we get back.