a thank you (THANK YOU!!) to the screening attendees

On behalf of both Sarah and I, and on behalf of the Mlangeni and Mvula families, we want to thank you for the generosity that has materialized into not only the film, but now also the school fees for the children. If you were to hear Ntombeleni's grandchild Phumlani's perfect impression of Sarah's words, you would have no doubt that this child is unfairly gifted in sweetness and smarts. Danisile's saintly older sister is a schoolteacher who is looking after all six of the girls now, so there is no doubt that their education is prioritized.

I know that it's awkward to ask for money, especially knowing it is hard earned; money is the time you spent working on something, materialized. I like to bypass the whole official government currency part of it and think of it as an exchange of time; each of us working away, whether that's quietly writing, speaking out and teaching, or rushing around to help a someone or a situation. It's hard to measure the value of that time in dollars, the same measurement of value used for a cheese sandwich. But that's the world we're in, and the dollars (hours, days) that you have given will actually last many years for many beautiful, beautiful children. In time-currency, that's a better investment return than any tech stock could dream of...

It was overwhelming to see so many loved ones in one room. I wish I had a whole day for everyone. Please feel free to comment, ask questions, share ideas...and pictures!