Following a consolidated tradition, our community decided - on the eve of Christmas day - to pay a visit to Mrs. Olympia, whom our readers know very well by now. She is the "mother" of seventeen orphans whom she rescued from sickness, starvation and maybe death.
As soon as we arrived we were greeted by cheers of joy. We quickly realized that the house is in very poor conditions and even partially fallen down. Actually her older boys (aged 19 and 18) were working at a new house in the courtyard, while we were there.We offered a bag of rice and an envelope with money.
Once more, we were surprised by the courage and strength of this simple woman, who accepted to be the mother of such a multitude of children.
Take courage, Mrs. Olympia, with your example you give honor to the people of Guinea-Bissau.
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