Friday, May 25, 2012

Update on Flora (Part II)




This enclosure is also where the animals, (cows, chickens and goats) sleep and spend most of the day. There's even a new little calf this year!




It is now the beginning of the harvest time, and they have the first few cobs of maize out of their field (in the basket in the corner). They will take that maize now to the mill to grind it for flour.  From the looks of their fields, there is much more maize that will be harvested in the coming weeks, as well as sunflowers, which will be a “cash crop” that will greatly help the family in the coming months.

Flora's heart shows so beautifully, through her friendships and her overflowing joy. She is not afraid to show her heart, nor does she stifle her smile. Her words are full of thanksgiving to God and appreciation for her life, her schooling which will open wonderful opportunities for her,  and for the people God brings into her life.