Welcome to the porch.
We saved you a seat.
A warm welcome and a little bit about our family, our story, and why we built the porch in the first place.
Welcome to the porch. We’re so glad you’re here.
This is more than website. It’s our front porch.
A place to slow down, connect, and feel at home.
We’re the Alotos – a family of five living in Uganda, chasing big adventures, ordinary days, and the kind of memories that stay with you.
-David, Emily, Marisha, Zeke & Eli
How This Porch Came to Be
Years ago, we started dreaming about a life that looked different than the one we knew.
We wanted more time together, bigger adventures, and a purpose that reached beyond ourselves.
Building this porch – this space – has been part of that journey. And we’re so grateful you’re here for it.
Explore The House
Someday…
We hope this porch becomes a real one.
Where neighbors gather over tea. Where children play in the yard.
Where bread cools on the counter. Where strangers become friends.
Where people leave lighter than they arrived.
Pull up a chair and stay awhile.
New stories, recipes, travel tips, and encouragement – right to your mailbox.
The best journeys are ones we get to share.
Thanks for being part of ours.