The Winter Wind Still Blows

The wind is really blowing here in the Netherlands today. We can feel it through the upstairs windows, which are only single pane. But we are pretty snug in this sturdy brick-and-concrete row house with its clay-tile roof.
Imagine living in this mud-plastered house when winter winds blow! Our partners in Moldova visited this Roma neighborhood last week. They decided to use some of the remaining firewood funds here--not only for firewood, but also to fix windows or doors. So that less firewood is needed in the future.
In the meantime we pray about long-term, sustainable solutions. And we pray that through this small demonstration of Christian compassion the Spirit will begin to blow through these homes with warmth and hope.

Still praying,
Mary