by Kelly Via | Oct 23, 2016 | Blog
Recently I traveled with an Arise Africa team to a local fisherman’s village for a day of teaching in the local schools & church. My role that day was documenting the day from behind the lens of my camera. But, of course, sometimes I find myself talking with this...
by Kelly Via | Jun 28, 2016 | Blog
For those of you who don’t know me directly, my name is Cana. I am ten years old and my dad is Smooth Via. I know you’ve probably heard of him. Now I’m going to tell you about some of my favorite mission experiences in Uganda. To start off, you guys...
by Kelly Via | Feb 23, 2016 | Blog
“Your adoption is final! That means you’re finished, right?” Unfortunately, no. I know that’s not the answer you were looking for, but it’s the answer nonetheless. But don’t be discouraged. Finalizing our adoption is a major milestone to celebrate! It’s just not the...
by Kelly Via | Jun 5, 2015 | Blog
I was driving home dodging the potholes and mud along the way. People were out on their bikes and traveling by foot, doing their daily tasks, as they do in Uganda. I was almost home when I saw her. She was walking along the side of the road, slow but graceful. On her...
by Kelly Via | Mar 3, 2014 | Blog
There is an area along the way to Entebbe, Uganda that captures my eyes every time we pass it. Photos just do not do it justice. Rolling hills, blue skies, and neatly carved out dark green tea gardens saturating the countryside. It always steals my attention. Because...
