One of the highlights of our children's visit to Africa was dinner with Kenneth and Lesidi Mofokeng. Kenneth works in the Area Office with us as the Project Manager and Water Specialist. Kenneth and Lesidi prepared an amazing dinner for our family, Phillip Moatlhodi and his wife, (Phillip is the Area Welfare Manager), and Elder and Sister Lee.
After enjoying a wonderful dinner we all gathered around the table in the backyard. With the beautiful African sun setting, and the sounds of the children playing nearby, Kenneth and Phillip began to weave a tale of Life in Africa. They talked about growing up in Africa, and about the customs of their elders. They told us how they met their spouses and about the custom of Labola.
"An African custom by which a bridegroom's family makes a payment in cattle or cash to the bride's family shortly before the marriage".
The time just flew by. I could tell that my family didn't want the night to end. Brad had told me before he came to Africa, that he wanted to meet the people and to learn about the culture and customs of Africa. When the night finally came to an end I knew that Brad had experienced what he came to Africa for.
Kenneth and Lesidi were wonderful host and I will always consider them dear friends. I know that we will all cherish the memories of that warm summer evening, listening to tales of life in Africa from two incredible men.
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