Yet, despite all his wealth, he felt a quiet emptiness inside. Money, it seemed, could not fill the gap in his heart.
His life began to change during a trip to Kenya, which started as a work-related visit for a nonprofit project.
A relative had invited him to Machakos County, and what he expected to be just a short visit soon turned into a life-changing experience.
For the first time, Tim felt truly seen and welcomed by a community of strangers.
“It was as if my soul finally exhaled,” he recalls. The slow pace of life, the warmth of the people, and a sense of spiritual grounding made him feel more alive than he had in years.
During his stay, he explored more of Kenya, from the busy streets of Nairobi to the calm rural areas.
He realized that life in Kenya offered something he could not find in the United States: a feeling of belonging.
“It was even better than what I had imagined from photos or what I had read online,” Tim said.
He felt a deep connection to the country’s people, culture, and way of life.
Tim made a bold choice that many would consider unusual. He decided to leave Washington DC permanently and relocate to Nairobi.
Today, he lives in a fully furnished four-bedroom mansion in a leafy suburb. His monthly rent of KSh 450,000 includes security, utilities, and a housekeeper. But for Tim, the move wasn’t about luxury—it was about peace and fulfillment.
“In the US, I had everything except peace,” he says.
“Here, I have peace, even on a normal Tuesday.”
He speaks fondly of his neighbors, children waving to him during morning walks, and the sense of community that makes him feel at home.
In Kenya, Tim found more than a place to live; he found purpose. On weekends, he volunteers with the same nonprofit that first brought him to Kenya, helping communities and giving back to the people who welcomed him.
Despite relocating, Tim continues to manage his businesses abroad. But he says that financial success alone could never bring the happiness he now experiences in Kenya.
“America gave me opportunities, but Africa gave me what I was missing,” he adds.
The father of three now feels whole and connected in a way he never did before, and he cherishes the friendships and bonds he has built in his new home.
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