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What does receiving this money mean to you?
Since my husband died several years ago, I have been living with these children ever since. They cannot go far as I will not have anyone to take care of me. I can hardly travel long distances and I struggle to hear properly. Each time the kids want to speak to me, they have to do so in loud voices.
As I get old, all I am seeking is a better house, good sleeping place and enough food. On top of that, my children too can be able to have some money and do a business of their own.
Those businesses if successful, they would lead to better opportunities and also bring hope for them that all is not lost since they didn't attend any school due to long distance back then
Hence, this money will bring comfort and joy to my life and family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest moments of days is each day I get to see my children and grandchildren. Apart from usual problems of lacking food and others, I still smile when my kids work hard to make sure there is enough food at home and also seeing grandchildren playing around the house.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
All I am hoping for is better house. Families can last long at a place if there is a better house which can be there even if am gone.
Hence my biggest worry has always been lack of better house and comfortable sleeping place. I believe these dreams will come true with the money, we are about to receive.