Mukama gyendi! (God is good!) In case you haven't googled "Uganda" lately, there's been a bit of civil unrest. I was kind of caught up in it last Thursday, but thanks to my guardian angel (a man named Tom Luwega), I am safe and with all of my body parts in tact. I was very lucky that he was around the taxi park when I almost walked right into a violent mob. He got me to safety and I am praying for him and his family- I would ask that you do the same! Uganda is back to normal now.

(I would like to point out that Peace Corps Uganda did an excellent job through out the weekend and week after. I am proud to be a part of this post and feel safe and blessed with the staff working with so much dedication to ensure my safety and success in Uganda.)

Please pray for those Ugandans who were not as lucky as I was. I've begun praying for the unemployed as well. Much of the violence was caused by unemployed young men. Uganda has a gigantic unemployment rate. The riots gave them opportunities for looting, taking advantage of women, and acting violently towards one another. It's really sad to see.

Well, I'm back at site now and am busy with the last term of the year. I'm also doing a few projects with the boys' schools and am looking forward to widening my scope in Nyamigisa. God bless you all. Thanks for the concern, prayers, and well wishes. I miss you all so much, but am very happy now in Uganda! One year left!

Love, Tori