All I Want for Christmas Is...BARBED WIRE

Growing into Adolescence in the Sunshine

In this episode, I share the bittersweet beauty of watching our Sunshine children grow—from the ache of missing their littleness to the joy of seeing them become confident, compassionate, spiritually grounded teenagers. By learning to slow down and truly be present, I’ve discovered the quiet miracles happening in their lives every day. Join me as I reflect on the gratitude, wonder, and faithfulness woven into their growing-up journey. To learn more please visit our foundation website  www.sunshineapproach.org [http://www.sunshineapproach.org] or visit our company website www.sunshinenuts.com [http://www.sunshinenuts.com]  A special thanks to our Sound Producer, Rigger (Otis Brown)  https://soundcloud.com/riggersound [https://soundcloud.com/riggersound]

Alfredo...Welcomed, Loved, and Home

The Sunshine family is unique in Mozambique because it is made up mostly of girls—28 out of 41 children—whilemost centers care for mostly boys. In many communities, orphaned girls are kept by extended family to help with household chores, leaving boys more commonlyplaced in children’s centers. Because of this, the boys at Sunshine were especially excited to welcome 10-year-old Alfredo. His arrival brings a refreshing balance to the home. The children are happily embracing their newestbrother. To learn more please visit our foundation website  www.sunshineapproach.org [http://www.sunshineapproach.org] or visit our company website www.sunshinenuts.com [http://www.sunshinenuts.com]   A special thanks to our Sound Producer, Rigger (Otis Brown)  https://soundcloud.com/riggersound [https://soundcloud.com/riggersound]

Now It's Nina's Turn

The Sunshine Approach Foundation serves 42 children and 9mothers, providing a safe and nurturing environment where they can flourish despite past hardship. Several students, including Cecilia and Virginia, are already progressing toward successful futures thanks to educational support.Now Nina, who has grown up in the Sunshine family since 2019, has graduated high school—an achievement reached by only 1% of Mozambican students—and is beginning university to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a nurse. Herlongtime sponsors are covering half of her university costs, but she still needs additional support. With just $80 per month, a sponsor can help Nina complete her four-year nursing program and step into her calling.   To learn more please visit our foundation website  www.sunshineapproach.org [http://www.sunshineapproach.org] or visit our company website www.sunshinenuts.com [http://www.sunshinenuts.com]   A special thanks to our Sound Producer, Rigger (Otis Brown)  https://soundcloud.com/riggersound [https://soundcloud.com/riggersound]

All I Want for Christmas Is...BARBED WIRE

Even though it’s the Christmas season, we find our focus in Mozambique shifting toward safety because crime in Maputo and Matola is severe and ever-present. We’ve experienced repeated thefts, robberies, and even an armed home invasion at our home and the Sunshine Houses, pushing us to reinforce security with higher walls, electric fencing, and now barbed wire. Recent incidents—like the theft of our van’s battery and even our puppy—show just how persistent and resourceful thieves can be. With seven of our nine homes still needing protection, we’re hoping for support to install barbed wire so our families can feel safe and have peace of mind this Christmas.   To learn more please visit our foundation website  www.sunshineapproach.org [http://www.sunshineapproach.org] or visit our company website www.sunshinenuts.com [http://www.sunshinenuts.com]  A special thanks to our Sound Producer, Rigger (Otis Brown)  https://soundcloud.com/riggersound [https://soundcloud.com/riggersound]

A Life Unexpectedly Impacted...Mine!

Over the past 11 years, we’ve welcomed 42 children into our Sunshine Homes, but bringing in three newly orphaned siblings last week was especially emotional. Their recent loss, the heartbreak of their older sister letting them go, and the poverty surrounding their story deeply affected me. Yet in just a few days, their joy and resilience have already begun to heal my heart as much as we hope to heal theirs. To learn more please visit our foundation website  www.sunshineapproach.org [http://www.sunshineapproach.org] or visit our company website www.sunshinenuts.com [http://www.sunshinenuts.com] A special thanks to our Sound Producer, Rigger (Otis Brown)  https://soundcloud.com/riggersound [https://soundcloud.com/riggersound]