I have changed the daily weather to Kayes in western Mali, a city close to that in which Sam and I will serve. It has a reputation as one of the hottest places on the planet. We are a bit outside Kayesville, where it is (believe it or not) a bit hotter. Right now it is the rainy season and the unbearable heat is not common although the humidity is sometimes oppressive. Next is a mini-hot season that will last for a few weeks. After that it will be the cold season. For us, on the edge of the Sahara, it will get quite cold during the nights. Unfortunately, that relief in the cold season is the opposite in the longer hot season to follow. It will be very hot. Fortunately, during the hot season the humidity is rumored to be less. That is fine for others in jungle areas of the country but for us, in more Sahelian locations, it means vicious sandstorms and sun. Curious to see how we will react when it gets to 130F...probably not going to be out running any marathons.
All is well now. We swear in officially on friday and move out to our site afterward.
Go ahead, just have it delivered, you lazy...
The Happy Couple
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
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Are you PCV's yet??
You must be at your new place by now. I hope you guys are doing well. Let us know if there is a way to send you mail - or is that a stupid question? Its getting cooler here in Jackson with nighttime lows in the 30's. Sounds a lot more bearable than 130! Hey Mark - I know you're really sad to be missing the TGR premier this weekend. I'll try to get you an autographed poster from all the super cool extreme skiers:)
Mark and Sam
hope you guys are keeping well. Alot of snow here. Cyndi home here for a couple of weeks. Talked to your Dad he seems to be doing OK. Take care anjoy the nice weather.
TOM & Kathy
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