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Sally Leist
Jan 1, 20242 min read
2024 - Living In The Wild
As 2024 arrives, I’m committed to leaning into life as it unfolds.  This will mean encountering great, encouraging things as well as...
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Sally Leist
Nov 12, 20232 min read
Happy Anniversary
Today is our 29th Wedding anniversary! We celebrated a bit early. My favorite food is Ethiopian. Scott was travelling to Ethiopia last...
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Scott Leist
Oct 31, 20233 min read
Ugandan Drive-Thru
Scott discussing politics with the toilet paper salesmen! Driving in Kampala is a feast for the senses. Not just the driving part, which...
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Sally Leist
Oct 25, 20231 min read
A Rwandan Original
Scott is travelling to Rwanda more and more. This week he had to stay in a new hotel as life in Kigali is booming and his normal hotels...
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Sally Leist
Oct 20, 20232 min read
The Hands of Friendship
While we’re in Uganda for Scott’s work, I’ve had the honor of meeting and building deep friendships with women who are also considered,...
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Sally Leist
Oct 9, 20232 min read
Why I Do This!
Lots of leaders love to be up front and revel in the big dinners, celebrations, and head table optics. Scott could really care less about...
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Sally Leist
Sep 26, 20232 min read
A Station Tour
We were able to sneak back to the U.S. for a bit of time. I spent a week in Vancouver, WA with my folks while my mom had hip replacement...
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Scott Leist
Aug 7, 20234 min read
Mr. and Mrs. Scott Go On Vacation
Work in Uganda and Rwanda has been progressing at a furious pace over the past few months. So, once we had the interns tucked snugly...
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Sally Leist
Aug 4, 20231 min read
Big Sal
After 9 amazing weeks together – the law school interns have headed back to the US. We loved having them. They worked hard. We shared...
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Sally Leist
Jul 23, 20233 min read
Young Life Africa Celebration
This past week, Young Life staff from all over Africa, convened in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania with a number of U.S. staff and supporters. ...
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Sally Leist
Jul 8, 20232 min read
61 Inmates Released
- Scott introduces My Lord, The Hon. Judge John Erlick to key Ugandan Judges. - My view from the "Secretariate" table in Mbarara Prison. ...
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Sally Leist
Jun 23, 20232 min read
Terror Attack
This past weekend, a terrorist attack in Western Uganda made international headlines! NY Post - Uganda Attack At least 41 people at a...
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Sally Leist
Jun 14, 20232 min read
Peeps Away
On February 21st of this year, my dear friend, Nancy Klicker, mailed a little package to our PO Box in Kampala. Nancy does this annually...
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Sally Leist
Jun 3, 20234 min read
Our Summer Commission
One of our greatest joys in working in Uganda and Rwanda is having the opportunity to welcome a number of U.S. Legal Fellows each summer....
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Sally Leist
May 26, 20233 min read
Two Moves and A Graduation
A planned two-week trip back to the U.S. for Anna’s college graduation stretched into two big moves for our girls and a few extra days...
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Sally Leist
May 4, 20233 min read
Wandering in the Serengeti
There is nothing quite as refreshing as leaving the noise of the city to sleep under a tent in the quiet of the Serengeti. That is until...
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Scott Leist
Apr 23, 20237 min read
Scott's Travel Hacks
Scott's only suitcase. COVID careful travelers in Doha, Qatar. Flip Flop. I (Scott) have traveled many air miles since I started coming...
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Sally Leist
Apr 16, 20232 min read
Easter at Murchison Falls
My brother, David, and his wife, Susan, braved hours of travel to come make sure we are surviving in Uganda. It’s their first trip to...
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Sally Leist
Apr 5, 20231 min read
You Have To Smile
Everyday scenes, questions and compelling marketing for my favorite cookie. Click the video below for a delightful musical interlude on...
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Sally Leist
Mar 29, 20231 min read
Exploring with Anna
There’s nothing like going from an Ugandan Prison to the Italian Amalfi Coast in one day! We were thrilled to be able to spend Anna’s...
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