I was recently introduced to a band who's been around since 2001...and it wasn't even a song or person which peaked my interest...it was a documentary called "May It Last". A little late to the party would be an understatement. The Avett Brothers, or Scott and Seth Avett began with humble beginnings, always wondering when they might have a number one song. In 2008, they were invited to play in front of a Nashville executive from a major recording label. After playing, they were asked an interesting question. "How many of your songs do you think you want to record?" The Brothers answer was simple and on point, "All of them!" Then they were asked one more question, "Would you all consider recording other people's songs?" In which they quickly replied, "No." Suffice to say, the deal never happened. It took a bit longer then they wished, but patience usually pays. In 2016, The Avett Brothers recorded their first number one hit, "Ain't No Man." And to this day, continue to tour and fill arenas all over the world.
Recently, a team from the states paid FNC a visit. It was much more than a visit to say the least. Together, the team served tirelessly on medical check ups, workshops (financial training, how to deal with trauma, and the 5 love languages). Many other services were provided, gifts given, and lots of love shared. Then there was the construction of a new classroom, one we desperately needed. Man power was plenty, tools were sufficient (eventually), but one can safely say we underestimated the amount of time the project was going to take. Obstacles and unforeseen challenges often delay our goals, but when we are persistent, having an attitude of not giving up, most of our life goals will come to fruition. A man once said, "If your dreams don't scare you, your not dreaming big enough."
I've often seen, what separates success from failure, is sticking it out a bit longer.
To close, I thought it would be most appropriate to share just a few of the pics that were gathered while the team was with us...
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| Our Amazing Team! |
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| Pat Benson Teaching Financial 201 |
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| Holly loving on Ayiko |
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| Loading up for the Ugandan Home Depot |
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| Workshop Time |
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| David, Charles and Gordon...Construction at it's best! |
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| Goodbyes |
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| More Goodbyes |
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| And More... |
Goodbyes are always difficult for us here...but have been notorious for being challenging for our teams who come to visit as well. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all you did, and continue to do for FNC...and for sticking it out a bit longer.
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| Finishing Touches on the New Classroom |
