My institution has put a spoke in my wheel (there's a biking metaphor for you) with regard to my work in Kenya and I am feeling like s***. Believe it or not there is a massive amount of interest in Kenya and the surrounding countries in this work. I am trying to find a way forward with or without my institution. There has been such a lack of courage shown here.
I don't feel post colonial guilt. I do feel us Brits have a post colonial responsibility for the actions of our forefathers. But things are rough in Africa (and elsewhere) and friendship has led me to want to offer my best talent. I don't think that I am being naive. I am not making great claims for what I am doing. I am not working in the slums. I am working with some of the best talent in my field out there with people who are making a difference.
Best to all,
Bill-on-bike
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I use this blog to cover various things that interest and delight me. This includes creative writing: the adventure of the mystic detective, the lives of some imaginary characters (including my spiritual director Q who can be consulted by email) and some poems.
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you are making a difference William, regardless of the politics and the institutional barriers....those you inspire will always remember you and your work and that is what matters, F
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