We woke up to the reality this morning that it was our last day to experience life in Malawi. After packing our suitcases we had the privilege of visiting the premie nursery at Bwaila Hospital where 14,200 babies are born every year ( the highest number of deliveries in sub-Saharan Africa). We were able to distribute numerous layettes into the hands of the mothers.
After enjoying lunch in the shade of a mango tree, we spent the rest of the afternoon making home based care visits in Mgona ( the largest slum around Lilongwe -50,000). Alice was excited to see the new library and Community centre that had recently been completed. This is the first and only library in or around Lilongwe.
Some of the words that come to mind when we reflect on our two week stay are:
-life changing
-hope
-God is good
-tears
-amazing dancing
-beautiful harmony
-being embraced in their community circle
-Africa is in our heart
-being called “fellow Malawians”
We will miss our driver Obed, the signs of African life, driving on the left side of the road, the smell of wood smoke from the cooking fires, our fellow team members and the warm faces of the widows and orphans.
Thank you again for your daily prayers that have sustained and empowered us.
Zikomo Qwuambili (Thank you very much) .
With grateful hearts,
Your WMBCMalawi2011 team.
That little face just pulls me there.... Thanks again for letting us be part of the journey to Malawi this summer (And for fueling the ache to walk down the streets of Africa again, seeing the smiles and community that I so miss). May your work encourage many of us to be be active- either by supporting others (like you) or other agencies or in going to love the orphans and widows. And I will join in praying that those you held, prayed for, played games with,empowered in many ways and were loved by will seek the Truth and come to love the One who loves them.
ReplyDeleteRamona
You planted the seed God will help it grow!! Praying safety upon your team as you travel toward home. Thank you again for allowing us to be a part of your journey. Looking forward to hearing and seeing more of your stories of love and light that you shared with so many.
ReplyDeletesheila