1pm was the set time for the donated goat giveaway. Then the time changed (as it often does) to 2pm. We called the Cell Leader to check to see if people had arrived at 2:20pm. She said she would call us when it was time to come...a very nice gesture because things often start late here. The phone finally rang at 3:30pm and we drove the 10 minutes to the cell office. When we arrived we were greeted by 100 children and adults! This was much more than just a goat presentation. It was a party! Dancing, singing, speeches, more singing and dancing! It was a true celebration of saying thank you to those who donated goats.
The impact was so huge that it left me with a feeling of purpose. Something so simple yet so powerful...Three groups had been picked from for the goats: Cell/Village Leaders, Orphans who were head of households, and the Twa (Pygmy) Tribe. All three groups all in great need. Many more than 30 families showed up....some hoping that we had more goats to give. I promised the Cell Leader that we would continue to donate goats.
Everyone was given specific instructions on what to do with their goat. First, you can not eat or sell the goat. Second, the goat's first born must be shared with someone in need in the community. The Sector will be doing follow-ups to make sure that this gift continues to give. A record of the first born will be made and so the gift will keep on giving!
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