Here are a few texts from my Mom on her doings in Africa!!
July 6th:
First day of our work here and its been a glorious day in the Lord! Our hosts have been so impressed by our desire to serve and the diverse gifts and talents we bring. I have been so overjoyed with what has happened so far especially during holiday bible school with the kids. We had over 160 students with many having to be turned away. There will probably be another 50 or so that will show up tomorrow that will have to be turned away. So much work and need is here. The roads are an experience that can't be described. You must feel every pothole and washboard to really understand. However the views offer so much beauty as we look out to lush green tea plantations for as far as you can see. This is a place to come back to next year. Thanks to everyone for your prayers!
July 8th: We go shopping on Saturday in the village to pick up traditional clothes and wares. Its rainy season here and it rains for at least 6 hours a day. I'm getting used to walking in the rain and mud all the time. I started working in the seminary library today organizing tons of books, creating spreadsheets, and systems of organization.Will be doing a teacher training next week to help them continue the work we started. So much to do and be thankful for. Im loving it here and can't wait to get back next year.July 10th: Team is doing well. Its Saturday evening and we have had a busy day. The team joined me in organizing the library and bookstore which was so needed. Now it won't be so overwhelming next week. After lunch we all walked over to the market to
shop for potatoes, fabric and assorted goodies. It was crowded, very busy and the ability to bargain is key! Its about 2 miles from us, great exercise and if we were to stay longer maybe we would learn how to balance things on our head while walking =) The tailor measured us and will be creating outfits with the fabric we bought. We look forward to wearing them on Sunday when we are home.It is about 2 hours before dinner and we use this time daily to read, study and discuss the Bible and talk about our day. Tomorrow, Andy will preach at church and they will be celebrating with a thanksgiving feast! We are blessed by their kindness. Keep us all in your prayers. We send our love ♥
