I stopped by Louis' studio for an update. I missed seeing him the end of last week and wanted to make sure he was alright. He's doing well and had been out selling. I asked him for an update on life, selling, gaining clients...
He's so focused. It's such a fantastic change from most people here that expect money to fall from the sky. He knows that in order to make money, he has to go out and earn it. He was so proud to tell me all the locations where he's put up signs. Louis is also working on a business card. I told him to give me some so I can help market his business. He also told me about starting an album (portfolio) of upholstery work, that way he'll be able to show potential clients his craftsmanship. His basic business skills are great. His marketing is great. His location within the Masi community...not so good. I asked him how his selling is going. He is very realistic that it takes time to grow and is trying to stay positive. Apparently word of mouth has been spreading, but not for his tailoring ability just his upholstery. Anytime I bring up fashion, he lights up. It's sad to see that he is so talented and works so hard, but isn't in the right community to allow him to follow his dream. I do have hope that given the opportunity to go outside of Masi, he will flourish.
Please be praying that Louis doesn't become discouraged. I am praying specifically that he is able to build a strong foundation in his upholstery business that would then allow for him to save money to travel outside of Masi. It's a shame that public transportation is so lacking. Even if you have the drive to get over the mountain to downtown, there isn't a way. I am asking God to provide a way. I don't know where Louis is in relationship to Christianity. He did ask me about the verse on my wrist. When I said Psalms, he knew it came from the Bible. It's a start. I'm really excited to see where God takes this friendship, and I am praying that God is the focus and clearly visible.
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