Anne and Willie (and Micah)

So...now for something completely different!  After spending a day with not much to do or see at the Hotel le Tango in Yaounde, we were able to get a hold of some missionary contacts that live here in Yaounde, Anne and Willie.  Anne is originally from Montana in the States (so she speaks perfect English!) and Willie, her husband, is native to Cameroon (in the northwest region, I believe).  Both work for the Lutheran ministries and have a beautiful home in Yaounde with their 23 month old son, Micah (spelling could be wrong). 

After speaking to them yesterday, it turns out they have just returned from a trip and graciously offered for us to stay in their guest house for our last night in Yaounde.  Willie picked us up in the morning and we said goodbye to the Tango (in a little bit of a fluster after finding out their VISA machines were broken...).  We drove around the city some more, this time more in the center of the city, where street vendors were surrounding us and traffic was horrific!  (I'm not sure how anyone gets anywhere around here, but I am certainly glad I don't have to drive.  Even my Chicago driving skills wouldn't stand a chance!)  Eventually we made it to their house.  Their home is beautiful, with an expansive and gorgeous view of the city.  Their guest home, where we're currenly staying, is apparently much like the houses we will stay in when we're in N'gaoundere.  We had a fabulous time visiting with the family, we sat through a huge rain storm, ate some lunch, and now are relaxing and making good use of the faster internet connection :) 

It has been great to visit with Anne and Willie, who are truly kind-hearted and generous individuals.  We are certainly lucky to be able to stay in this guest house for the time being!  We will post pictures soon!  Only one more day until we're finally on the train to N'gaoundere!

--Courtney