Tuesday, January 30, 2007

Letter to Moses

Hi Moses,

How are you doing in heaven? I am sure you are getting lots of rest. I sent you a prayer on Christmas. Did you get it?

Guess what - Sebastian offered to go to Haysali for us. I know, I know... He is not as experienced or dedicated as you were, but he was the best I could find since he used to work with you and is familar with the same techniques. I hope you understand.He finally made a trip in early December. Did you know this already? I heard that words travel fast in heaven. I waited 6 weeks for his trip report. I guess Peter was keeping him busy at work. Peter also took the disposable cameras I sent there for our project so I don't have any pictures to share with you right now. Sebastian was able to visit half of our farmers in their fields. I was so happy to learn that they are doing a, not perfect, but impressive job. I know we have to thank you for that. You had done a wonderful job training them even though it was very challenging at the beginning as they had very little education in this area. Thank you so much for delivering the vegetable seeds to them on your last trip.

I also heard from another friend in Tanzania that it has been raining a lot. That must have been good for the farmers. I remember how bad the draught was the same time last year when I was there to start the project. I probably won't ask Sebastian to go again. It takes someone very special for a challenging task like this. Also, it's close to harvest so the farmers would probably be too busy for the training at the moment.

Please tell your brother that I am taking care of the tuition for his children now that you are not around to do that for them. Naomi already gave them some money for the uniforms and textbooks. She has money for the next few semesters and will give them more as needed.We miss you a lot and hope you are doing well. No more cycling, ok?