This morning we accompanied Mrs. Shires to the feeding
scheme. We were greeted by her large smile and open arms as she was grateful
for any help. She runs this project from the back of her car and much from her
own pocket. She has it down to a science, knowing exactly when to start
preparing the next meal, what to prepare so that the day labourers receive a
nutritious meal, and when to arrive in the morning so that the meal will still
be warm. Each of us was assigned a different job: Isabel handed out utensils,
Lizzie offered the workers seasoning, Jayanni gave out bread, and I passed out
apples. With this meal, often the only one they receive all day, the labourers
have the energy necessary to work and earn a living. Mrs. Shires and her
assistant Elias Makaya Sinyongo know each man by name and have truly befriended
them. We were inspired by her wonderful giving spirit and the way in which she
is reaching out to the community. We hope to continue to assist her in this endeavour
in the future.
-Morgan
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