Getting into a Routine

The children's names are starting to click, as are some Swahili words. I'm amazed at all Nate and Kate do, and I wonder how we'll manage when they leave November 15. They are ready for new adventures, seeking jobs in Australia. God will bless the people around them wherever they go, I'm sure.

It rained yesterday, so I got out the coloring books Joyce sent. What a colorful day we had! Several kids gave us their creations, and Sammy tried to outdo everyone in quantity, if not quality. He sung or hummed all day.

Two of the girls wrote notes on their pages, which warmed my heart. "To my grandmother...You are beautiful." and "Special for you, my grandmother...I need you. I like you. I love you so much."

Yes, I miss my friends and family, but I am surrounded by such love and affection here that I cannot help but be more loving when I return home.
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