From Congo
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I am an American living in Eastern Congo. I work with a small sewing group for handicapped women.
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In Celebration
Posted on 23/04/2013
Recently stumbled upon these photos which were taken a while ago, before the SHONA ladies had to flee Congo. They are photos from celebrations of births and weddings. The SHONA ladies have...
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Stronger Together
Posted on 16/02/2013
It was around midnight when I received a text message. It read"banataka kutuua."In English that is"They want to kill us."I had been happily selecting cloth for our...
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Too close to home
Posted on 16/12/2012
The town in Connecticut where I grew up, and where my parents still live, is about 20 minutes from Newtown.The city in Congo where I lived for 3 years, and where the SHONA ladies still...
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To Stay or To Go
Posted on 08/12/2012
To stay or to go?This is a conversation that the SHONA ladies have been having since the rebels seized Goma a few weeks ago. After all, what do you do, when fighting arrives at your...
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The stories we share
Posted on 20/08/2012
Terrible situation. Solange's parents died when she was young. A kind uncle took her in and helped care for her. She says she wouldn't have survived without him. Solange was...
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Run For Congo
Posted on 24/07/2012
Are you in the NY area? This fall there is a great Run For Congo event on Roosevelt Island. You can walk or run, the island is a super peaceful place, and the money you raise goes to Women...
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Money and Marriage in Congo
Posted on 09/06/2012
The goats given to Mapendo's family as part of a bride price Kupana mali: To give wealthIn the US, we give fancy engagement rings. OK, mine isn't really fancy, but I am often...
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Amazing Deal this weekend! 50% off all travel purses 50%...
Posted on 13/04/2012
Amazing Deal this weekend! 50% off all travel purses 50% off all jewelry 50% off all Tote Bags This is such a fantastic deal that we can't offer it for long, so stock up now. We need...
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A video that should go viral
Posted on 19/03/2012
PBS recently aired this video about HEAL Africa in Goma Congo. Watch 'The Worst Place on Earth to Be a Woman' on PBS. See more from PBS NewsHour.Heal Africa operates what is...
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How We Travel
Posted on 20/02/2012
Let me just say it. Because unless you have been to Congo you probably can't really imagine. It is a miracle. Point blank. The fact that you can purchase a handmade bag from Congo. I...
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