Beginning Again

It’s always hard to know where to start, perhaps that is because each time I attempt to put my thoughts down, the internet goes out, or all the power shuts off. But this is Africa after all, and so it’s par for the course I guess.

I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the power of family and the impact that is has in each of our lives. Perhaps it’s on my mind now more than ever because I’ve recently said good-bye to my family – a drawn out time of letting go both of my physical possessions and those I hold so dear. It is never easy to say good-bye and yet as I sit here I am fully aware of how truly spoiled I am when it comes to this gift of family. I have been so loved and cared for throughout my life that I’m fully equipped to allow that love to spill over onto others.

I have students working with me that I love dearly, but it’s clear that the love and guidance of family is something they’ve not often experienced. I find myself breaking down concepts again and again, and I’m reminded that even accountability to a task is in many ways a very new concept. Taking apart vision and goals until they become tasks for the week or the day. I’m so grateful for the time that was invested enabling me to reach my fullest potential, and I’m blessed to pass on this gift.

I moved into my new room over the weekend, and my dear friend Carmen put her arm around me and said, “This must be such a huge change for you. So if you need anything let us know. You’re family now, you are my sister.” I was so grateful for that moment because I know the strength that comes from having sisters.

I’m so grateful for this family on the other side of the world – that is willing to support me while I get my feet wet again on this side.

I’m happy to call this complex and beautiful place home.

And I’m so grateful for each of you that lift me up in prayer and support me with your tithes each month.

I’m still about $1000 a month off from what it will cost to stay and maintain the project. So if you’re able to start an automatic monthly gift at www.threadsafrica.org by clicking on the donate tab and selecting the Kuyasa Film School project it would be a huge relief for me.

Love to all from Africa,

Katie