Some of y’all may remember that I occasionally talk about my friend AJ. I’ve known her since she was just a freshman in high school and I was still in my twenties. In other words, a long, LONG time.
Many years ago she traveled to Zambia and the country and the people found a forever place in her heart. And so she started her own non-profit organization called Arise Africa to provide Zambian children with food, education and shelter in combination with meeting their spiritual needs.
When I was AJ’s age I was working in pharmaceutical sales and trying to figure out how I could fill my entire closet with suits from Ann Taylor. Which is to say that I am beyond impressed with what she has done in Zambia.
Several years ago she began the process of creating a photo book with the dream of all the proceeds going straight to support the children of Zambia. After a lot of hard work and waiting on all the pieces to come together, that dream has become a reality.
That’s the gorgeous cover.
All the photos were taken by AJ and the accompanying stories were written by my dear friend Jennifer. In other words, this book is near and dear to my heart. It is a beautiful way to teach your children about Africa and the joy these kids find in the midst of struggles we can’t even imagine.
Each book is $25.00 and all proceeds go directly to benefit the children of Zambia. There will most likely be limited copies available so order soon if you would like one. They will ship in early November.
To order, you can visit the Arise Africa site. And while you’re there, click around and check out the amazing things that Arise Africa is doing in Zambia.
AJ, I am so proud of you. Way to finish strong.