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HUMPHREY - by Ashley Huff
September 10, 2008

Upon meeting Humphrey you immediately recognize his sweet and genuine spirit. He has a concern and sensitivity for others that is expressed through his conversations and actions.

As Humphrey and I got to know one another it was amazing to me how much effort he put into better understanding me and my life in the United States. I was struck by how thoughtful his questions were as he asked about my job, what I like to do, and what I thought was the most different between Malawi and the U.S. He had clearly thought about how he could better know me and my life.


Humphrey and good friend Hamilton

Joshua helps Humphrey with his new tie.
One of the things that made his interest apparent was when he wrote me a note to thank me for visiting and to wish me well as I went home. Not only did he tell me he hoped the best for me when I returned to America but he told me he wished me well when I returned to my niece. This may seem insignificant but to me it spoke of how he had listened and taken the time to get to know me and what was important to me.

It is this compassion that has allowed him to develop trusting relationships with his friends and others along his journey. I am excited to watch as Humphrey continues to develop as he prepares for his future. Currently Humphrey wants to be a pastor and looks to Pastor Moffat as a model for leadership. Humphrey spoke about Pastor Moffat during a speech given on the topic of leadership. He recognized Moffat's skills in public speaking and even modeled some of his behaviors by being the first in his class to step in front of the desk and show confidence as he approached his audience!

It is so exciting to see a person's passions and abilities come together to create the opportunity for success and leadership!

Ashley lent her camera to Humphrey so he could show her some important aspects
of his environment in Malawi:

Posted by Nancy in Camp Malawi , Our boys , 10:47 AM

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