Farmers Market

Just last Friday our class had a farmers market activity. About 6 of our clients came and we got together and had a market simulation where the clients each had a little booth set up and were selling their product while us staff members went around with fake money buying their products and services. It was a lot of fun. Luz had her tomale store but it was right next to her competitor Arturo, who named his tomale store Tomalandia. The Ascua family from Argentina set up their handyman shop and offered any kind of repair/painting services. We also had a soccer coach and a dog groomer. It was a great activity and it gave the clients a real opportunity to put their ideas and skills to the test. After seeing this last general conference I'm reminded on how important our duty as members of the LDS church is to help the poor and the needy. I know that microfinance and the accompanying business instruction is a good thing to teach those who are poor and needy useful business skills. I'm really glad I've been a part of this organization and I will continue to find ways to serve in my community. Each of us in the Lord's kingdom are brothers and sisters no matter what country we came from or the color of our skin.