Hujambo!!! From Mwanza, TZ, East Africa

Saturday, July 7, 2007



Hi guys! Everything is going well! Torie left this morning without any problems! We just stopped in for a little internet before heading back out the the village. Sorry it's been a little while since I last blogged...we have been really busy because inspections at the orphanage are this Monday and we had lots of work to do before it passed another round of "ok's". We put windows on the girls dorm house...which isn't what you think. We had to frame the windows that are ALL different lengths, widths, etc. because they were done by workers that were hired during the year...so "standard size" means nothing. Anyway, we framed all windows with wood and nailed in brackets to hold glass that we had to individually cut...that was my favorite part...that slanted into the window. There aer about 10 window panes per section of teh window and about 3 sections per 1 window! Wow...I know. So, it's hard to imagine (it was for me before I saw it on another house) that one lever pulls all the panes open and closed at the same time. I have plenty of pioctures of teh process! WE also had cutains made and are hanging those this weekend. We have a few moer minor details that need to be completed and then we all have to out of there for inspections. We are thinking of taking the girls to do something fun for the day and then when inspections are passed- it will all be worth it. Side note: It's funny that the government is so strict with this stuff when these kids were sleeping on the streets! I've come to the conclusion that I would rather it be this diffiult but right for these kids. Otherwise, anybody could claim an orphanage and who knows what would be really happening. So, I'm thankful that they are taking it seriously and not going off our word that it's a great place. I'll let you know what happens with inspections!!!

9 comments:

christymason said...

The trip sounds amazing; your comments make me miss living in Africa like crazy! Is that Torie Bender that you're writing about? Bon courage & bon continuation...

Mom said...

Mimi was able to take everything that you requested. I hope it arrives soon! It sounds like you are really working hard to get the girls a nice place to live. We love you!

Anonymous said...

I miss you! I love that I can read about what you are doing! Wedding date....June 28, 2008. Love you girl!

Todd Neaves said...

Were you really "blogging" at 4am? We can't wait to see all of your pics and hear all of your stories, what an adventure! May God bless you and guide your steps. May He also give you strength as your trip is coming to an end and you will be leaving part of your heart there in Africa!
Much Love
Andi
PS - our trip to Hot Springs Village was another good one. Rachel can swim now, she looks like a mermaid with all of her hair swirling under the water! :)

Todd Neaves said...

Today, I went to work and completed two renewals for two clients, took phone calls, sent a COBRA Administration proposal to a client, and sent countless emails. Hmmm....comparing my day to your day sure makes me feel insignificant! Keep up the God work!! We're proud of you and we love you.
Todd
P.S. My daughters are the most precious in the WORLD!

Todd Neaves said...

HI AUNT SARAH I LOVE YOU! I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU LOVE,HILLARY

Caitlin said...

Hey there Sarah! Sounds so great, all that is going on over there. You are truly God's servant!! I just got back from Haiti and I miss it lots. We will have to talk mucho when you get back home. Let me know how I can pray for you....... love you, cb

Anonymous said...

Sarah...I am leaving Andi a message on your blog!! HAHA! Andi - It has been so fun to get to keep up with you through this blog! Your daughters are precious!! I can't believe how old Rachel is..swimming!! Send my love to your family!!

Anonymous said...

COACH ADAMS! one i don't know what your e-mail is so i can't e-mail you. two i don't know your phone number so i can't call/ text you three i don't know ms baumans email and the holland hall one isn't working FIVE CHRIS HASN'T ANSWERED ANY OF MY TEXTS! i have sent like 4 one of which concerning me actually getting on the plane from dubai to new york. hope everything is going well i miss it so much and tell me your phone number!!!!