Is it over?????

Well this project is complete, but this journey is far from over. This was a life altering trip to say the least and it made me believe that we are on to something here. The Teso people have amazed me with their work ethic, creativity and most of all their spirit of hope.

I believe they are not content to live they way they have been forced to, and if given the choice they will do whatever it takes to change. The problem is that most of the aid that they have received has reinforced they "what will the mzungus give me mentality". Why would they work hard if they know right around the corner is free stuff? That is changing real fast as many of the large humanitarian aid agencies are pulling out of the country, because as they see it the immediate need has been met! What does that leave, people who have become accustomed to receiving help! Now that the help is leaving how will they survive? It is time we step up and stop the cycle of aid. If the Teso people are given the right instruction and tools they will become more stable, more able to handle a crisis and less in need of help. So what does that look like? How can we accomplish this task? I think this is going to be the journey we will embark on next. What aid makes a lasting difference? What aid solves short term problems and in turn creates long term negative consequences? I will be devoting time and energy to answer these questions. If change is the desired affect, what aid will really create change?


On a lighter note, the gazelle that has been breaking into our room just walk up onto the porch and took a pee, then walked about 10 feet and laid down. I am starting to think that something is not right with him.....

Well we have to go pack, which is sad because I am not ready to leave.



Lk
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