Still no more cases of the virus here in Bukavu. However, we are using masks, and staying distant from one another.

The borders of D.R. Congo and Rwanda remain closed. The Kigali airport is closed (my exit route), and of course there are no flights.

While waiting for things to change, I am so well provided for. Everyone from my homes on both sides, advised that this is the safest place to be for the time being….just be patient.

God’s got a plan! I don’t need to know what it is, I just need to trust Him!

I just wish patience was FASTER to learn! LOL

Tomorrow we meet with 5 of the home group leaders, to see how things are progressing, and address any problems.

This is my first venture out of the house and into the church. It will be so good to hear reports and updates from home groups.

Today, we had an amusing incident. We were trying to purchase popping corn. (I am an avid fan) We stopped at many shops… to no avail. Not only did they not stock it, they did not know who does.

We ended up at a small shop where the staff were sitting outside enjoying the air. Raha went to ask them if they sell popping corn. They made sounds of great sympathy accompanied by the words “Oh no, oh no, poor mazungu (white person) she must be missing home! She needs something from home!”

(not spoken in sarcasm, but in genuine sorrow for the plight of the ‘poor’ mazungu!)

So kind, and yet so funny! We did eventually find a market selling it and bought a large bag. Only to return home and find that the tiny store across from our house carries it!!

Thank you for all your prayers, and standing with us in this moment of history.

Love,

The ‘poor’ muzungu