Well, I finally was able to see the family I “adopted” more than a year ago. I had to wait until I could accost a translator in order to go see Philile and her kids. I was here for almost a week before I was actually able to get over to their house. During that week, though, I ran into the kids on a few different occasions. I was so thrilled to see them, and they are looking so much healthier than when I last saw them.
Finally one day, Mbeki–the oldest boy–came over to the team house and was hanging out around the window. I went over to greet him and in nearly perfect English he said, “Mother is waiting at the house for you.” I couldn’t believe it, and it gave me what I needed to drop what I was doing and go. I was on a mission.
Unfortunately, there were none of our translators around, but I came across two teens that spoke English pretty well. They were willing to come along, and I was so grateful to have them with me. They did a great job.
When we arrived at the house, Philile was outside sitting on a mat in the sun, reading her Bible. Another World Racer had given it to her, and she diligently reads it daily. It was the cutest thing to happen upon. Philile was so happy to see me, and I was equally excited. I can’t believe how much better she looks. It’s phenomenal. She is still having some pain in her feet and abdomen, but otherwise, her health is significantly better. Her new home is beautiful, too.
