Kausila's Khaja Ghar and a great article!

Regular readers will remember us mentioning our three new shops in this post.  These shops are now being filled!  Some time ago, Kausila came to us needing legal support, safe accommodation and a means to earn some money. After working for a while with some of the polymer ladies, she felt strong enough to make a stand against the injustices she has been facing.  She knew she had no reason to feel ashamed.  Although she was scared, with the support of the ladies and Kopila as her lawyer, she confronted the head of the local police department with her situation.  Eventually charges were laid and she will be receiving compensation.Kausila is also now running a khaja ghar (snack house).  In readiness for the grand opening, delicious food was cooked and a beautiful sign was hand made.  A special puja (ceremony)was done to ensure the good fortune of the little shop. The customers look very happy with their snacks! The shop will be very convenient for both the general community AND the Samunnat ladies.  We will have to do some energetic yoga!In the aftermath of the earthquake (as if any more problems were needed!) the country has been beset by strikes and people feel very despondent. It was a much needed joy when we saw the article written about us by the gorgeous Sue Heaser for the Bead Society of United Kingdom.  The editor, Carole Morris, is sending us some hard copies for our library and we are sending her some of our Sundari beads!  We met Sue at Eurosynergy in Malta and really loved the way she put our story together in the journal! All you UK folk could go and buy a copy!