Ashes and Beauty in Kenya

As you may or may not have heard: There was a huge volcanic eruption in Iceland. It is interesting how it has affected Tenwek. All, yes ALL, flights in and out of Europe were stopped. The situation is better explained on our friends' blog. Just thought it would be an interesting read for those of you interested in weather, and it's effects around the world.

The biggest impact Kenya has felt is its flower export industry, which is Kenya's biggest money-maker. While we were in Kericho recently, we had the opportunity to tour one of Kenya's largest and most famous flower company, James Finlay. We were able to see the beautiful roses from freshly picked to ready ship internationally.

Our friends and family in the US probably heard about the volcano way before we did. You have TV and we do not! Even though I do not have the many facts one can gather from CNN or the Weather Channel, we are feeling the repercussions even here in rural Kenya. Who knew!