We are spending quite a bit of time in Kamala in preparation for the upcoming 2-day women's seminar. For those who have read the latest blog on the Hope of the Nations website, you will remember reading about Mamma Rachel and her new baby Anna who is blind with cataracts and may have some other issues, too. Today we were able to bring her the good news that she and Anna would be able to travel to Dar Es Salaam and receive treatment at a hospital there. Please pray that they will be able to correct Anna's blindness and diagnose any other issues. We also spent time praying for healing and spiritual deliverance. There are many people dealing with sickness in Kamala now, so please lift them up during this high malaria season.
As a "treat", we purchased these boiled sweet potatoes from a lady on the road. They are boiled in palm oil and then people walk by and purchase them, wrapped in a sheet torn from a magazine!
One thing we all agree on -- the children are beautiful. They start out shy and don't come to close, but soon are overcome with curiosity. They nestle in close, grabbing on your fingers, jumping in your arms, and when it's time to leave, they hate to let you go.
One final picture to close out the day -- here's Julie doing her best to be a good African mama. How's this for balance.
For those of you who have been praying that we will sleep well at night, I am happy to report that we have been getting a good nights rest! KEEP IT UP! DO NOT STOP PRAYING!
As a "treat", we purchased these boiled sweet potatoes from a lady on the road. They are boiled in palm oil and then people walk by and purchase them, wrapped in a sheet torn from a magazine!
One thing we all agree on -- the children are beautiful. They start out shy and don't come to close, but soon are overcome with curiosity. They nestle in close, grabbing on your fingers, jumping in your arms, and when it's time to leave, they hate to let you go.
One final picture to close out the day -- here's Julie doing her best to be a good African mama. How's this for balance.
What a blessing this blog is - to put faces with our prayers - I want to cuddle those little ones too!
ReplyDeleteGreat skill Julie - this will come in handy for a family reunion/birthday party :-)
Love,
Karen
Good job balancing Julie :) We had Bible study today and will continue to life you up in prayer. Can't wait to hear more and see more pictures. Did all of your containers make it???
ReplyDeleteMichelle Kurzenknabe
Oh these children are so precious! Janet it looks like you have made some very special friends! Julie you've got some mad balancing skills! You guys are awesome! We are really praying for you all.
ReplyDeleteKaren M.