the Thomas
the 5207.5Akello Florence
When she was ten years old, Akello Florence was abducted by the LRA and was kept in captivity for twelve years. During her captivity, Florence was often forced to fight against the government soldiers. Since beginning her work with KKU, Florence has been able to save enough money to support her family and send her children to school. She enjoys doing housework and dreams of soon buying land and building a home for herself and her children.
DREAM FOR THE FUTURE
“My dream is to acquire a piece of land where I can settle with my children.”
LOVE DEFINED
“Love is something that can unite strangers together, something that can turn a burning heart into laughter and smiles. Love is unconditional.”
MESSAGE TO KKi
“Thank you for the program and for all the good things the program has done and is still doing for our lives. God should bless the works of KKU abundantly so they can spread into other regions and help more vulnerable women.”
Thank you, Akello Florence
thank you so much for your hard work in my hat you made! i love it so much it is definately one of a kind. I love it and pray for you and your country when i see it! thank you for using your talent to bless people. keep up your hard work it will pay off. I love you!
monique
Akello Florence,
Your work is beautiful and I loved buying this knit hat knowing it was made by your own two hands. I am giving it to my brother this Christmas and I know he will love it, too. Thank you for something so beautiful. You have a beautiful smile!
God bless,
Gwen
I love the colors used for this beautiful hat. Thank you so much!
Caitlin
Thanks so much for all the time and hard work you put into making my hat! My husband bought it for me as a gift and I couldn’t have been more thrilled. Your story is incredible and I certainly hope all your dreams come true- May God bless you! -april
Thanks for your hard work. The hat you made is beautiful, and your story is very compelling. I wish you the best and hope you are able to get your piece of land and build the home for you and your children that you’ve always dreamed of having.
Thank you so much for such an incredible hat. I love that KKi makes it possible to meet the wonderful women like yourself who make these beautiful hats. I am definitely praying for you that you will be able to acquire some land for you and your family. Keep up the amazing work. You are a beautiful woman and your smile is very contagious.
I LOVE MY HAT!! Thank you so much for making it for me. I live in sunny California and it is still hot here but I can’t wait for fall to arrive so I can wear it. Your story is so touching and I am praying for you and your family. I plan to share your story every time someone commments on my hat and I will encourage them to buy one for themselves. Sending love and prayers.
thank you so much for making it for me! i love it and will wear it often. I hope you do well in life and get a new piece of land.
Akello Florence, thank you so much for my “Waldo” hat!! It’s lovely and I’ll wear it all the time. It takes a lot of talent to be able to make a hat as beautifully as you made mine. I could never do that. Jesus loves you!
-Rachel
I love your hat! thanks so much! Whenever i wear it, i think of you. I’ll pray for you. I hope you can get that new piece of land for you and your children!
My hat is AWESOME!! I really like it and plan to wear it often! I can’t tell you how much I appreciate all of your hard work! You are very good!
Best of luck to you in the future. I hope all of your dreams come true!
Dear Florence,
THANK you soooo much for the beautiful piece of art that you created!!! I am writing you from California, U.S. I want you to know that receiving this wonderfully handmade beanie that was crocheted with nothing but love and thoughtfulness makes me happier beyond words. I needed a pick-me-up, & this was it! My prayers are with you and your family always. Every time I wear my hat I will think of you and I will share your story to everyone. Many blessings will come your way & you will forever prosper… <3 <3 <3
Much LOVE, Raquel Arguello
Florence,
You have an amazing gift, and a beautiful story! I will wear this hat with much gratitude and pride. I will ALWAYS remember of you and your beautiful smile. God Bless you and your family!
Love Always,
Cerina
Akello Florence,
Thank you so much! I just bought my hat today and I love it so much. I live in Oregon, USA and it’s freezing cold here and I look forward to wearing your hat as soon as I can. Your story is inspiring, your achievements are admirable, and your work is wonderful. I’m proud to be wearing the product of a strong beautiful woman.
Love,
Allison
Akello Florance,
Thank you for the beautiful hand made hat. Mine is dark green which matches the tree I see everyday in Washington state! It touches my heart that you are so hard working and strong. I know that you will achieve your dream of owning land for you and your children! It is wonderful for me to wear a hat made by such a wonderful, beautiful woman.
May life bring you much peace and joy,
Amy
You are such a skilled and talented woman! I love the hat You created. I hope You achieve Your goal of a new house and hope Your children are doing well in school. Knowledge is power. Jah bless!
Dear Akello Florence,
I purchased the Hodge Podge hat in the slate color and I absolutely love it…it is very beautiful! It makes me feel so good knowing I own a hat made by one of the many dedicated and talented women in the Krochet Kids program. I truly hope my doing so can help you succeed in life and realize your dreams. May God bless you for many years to come!
Love,
Jennifer Martens
Dear Akello Florence,
Thank you so much for my hat. I absolutely love it! I hope you’re able to buy your land to build a home very soon. Remember that your gifts do make a difference to the world. Keep working toward your goals!
Love and Blessings,
Lynn
Thank you so much! You are amazing at crocheting these beautiful one of a kind hats. I truly hope that you have a perfect holiday season and a great new year!
Thank you for the hat! I love it!! I am from Lincoln, NE USA and am excited to wear it in the cold winters that we have here. I hope that you are coming close to attaining the land you wish to settle with you children and keep working hard, good things happen to good people
Thank you so much for making my wonderful hat! It is so so so beautiful. I’m not quite sure which hat you made for me but I’m pretty sure it was the helm, anyway, thank you again. I hope you will soon be able to buy land and will continue to be able to take care of your family. I hope to get my friends involved in krochet kids!! Thanks Again,
Makaela
Aloha Akello,
I live in Hawaii where I don’t usually need such a warm hat, but I’ll be traveling to Oregon to go snowboarding soon. My friend bought me the Thomas for Christmas and I LOVE it! I can’t wait to make use of such a cute piece of wearable art. Good luck to you in pursuing your dreams. Mahalo (thank you) for your gift.
God bless,
Reina
Thank you very much for the hat/beanie that u made! We have given it to my husband for his birthday and it will keep him warm and he really likes it. We are from Tasmania and it is winter now. Thank you again!
Thank you so much for making this scarf and bow tie they are beautiful. All my friends love it. I am sitting here right now with my best friend and she is in love with this scarf. THANK YOU SO MUCH. It is wonderful, thank you so much!
God Bless You,
Brenna
I am so in love with this hat! Thank you so much and I’ll pray that you achieve your dream of getting that house on your own piece of land.
Thank you,
Adriana
I just bought one of the hats you created today
I love it so much and it’s cold already in Washington state! It is so unique and beautiful. Thank you for your work!:) I hope you achieve your dream and are able to get land for you and your children!
Thank you very, very much,
Rachel
Akello Florence – Thank you for taking your time and making my hat! Really love it! It’s beautiful. Cheers!
Thank you very much! It can get very cold where I live and these hats are amazingly warm! I have wanted a hat from Krochet Kids for about a year or two now and got two of them for an early Christmas present
i love them so thank you very much!
- A very happy girl!
Carson
Dear Akello Florence,
I got a hat that you made for Christmas last year. It’s my favorite present ever! I’m always wearing it, and I’m glad that to help out KKU. It’s a great cause, and I’m glad for the help it’s given. Obviously we’ve never met, but I wanted to show my appreciation for the beautiful hat! I’m happy to learn that you are doing well, and I sincerely hope you achieve your dream of obtaining a plot of land for you and your family. I’ll pray that you have a wonderful life.
Happy New Year!
-Kelly Flood
Florence, thank you so much. You seem like such an amazong woman!
Lots of love
Sofie
Hi Florence,
Thank you so much for making these. I
bought mine and I absolutely love it. Beautiful
piece of work! You are a beautiful person and where
ever life takes you…..good luck.
Best Regards and Warmest Wishes,
Susanna