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Akello Mary is one strong Acholi woman. She likes to keep everyone in check and is never afraid to speak her mind. Her assertive attitude is more than matched by her love for people, however, and she brings a mature and protective leadership to the group.
FAVORITE THING ABOUT NORTHERN UGANDA
“Peace will be the best thing. This war should stop so that we have peace and go back to the villages and live the normal lives we used to live because we’ve lost all our culture. So I think the best thing for Northern Uganda is peace.”
THOUGHTS ABOUT MOTHERHOOD
“I love to have my children around and I want to get them to education to the highest level and I really want to look after them well so in the future, when I’m gone, when I’m out of this world, they’ll be able to stand on their own and be strong and do well.”
Thank you, Akello Mary
Mary, I think about you every day. I have “The Barney” with your name written on the inside. I live in the State of Ohio in the United States of America. I actually use my hat as a rest for my arm while I am working. I do a lot of computer work and for the first few days I had my hat I just had it sitting by my computer and was amazed this came from Africa, was had made and tried to imagine the woman that took her time and care to make it. Then one day my arm was uncomfortable while I was doing some work and I just slipped the hat under my arm/elbow for comfort and there it has stayed. I use it almost every day. I am sure I will wear it some this winter as it is getting colder her in Ohio. The last few mornings it has been below 40 degrees when I wake up in the morning. But I wanted to Thank you for the comfort you bring me and I so appreciate the opportunity to tell you this.
God Bless you and I will continue to pray for you and your family and the K Kids team
Renee’
Hello, my name is Will. I purchased a yellow knitted hat of your creation yesterday. I love it, and want to make as many positive contributions to Africa as possible during my life. I respect the courage you and the other Woman have for yourself, families and Culture. I only wish for Peace for your Nation. I have visited Africa many times, however never Uganda. I Hope to visit soon. Your strength and willingness to overcome obstacles in life is a great example for all persons in the World. I will wear my hat with Love for Africa.
Blessings to you and your family
Will
God bless you for your beautiful work:) Thank you! I love my hat….my daughter’s name is also Mary:)
Thank you for the your work Mary, the hat is wonderful. I just received it today and I love it.
Mary, I’m very thankful for my hat and for you. I’m glad the other women have such a strong role model in you and that you will be a voice for them! I pray for continued strength for you to stand up for the things you know are right! “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28
Mary, you are such an inspiration! Thank you for not just the fantastic hat, but for opening eyes around the world.
Hi Mary! I wanted to take a second to say Thank You for my amazing “Betty” hat. I received it today and I absolutely love it. I’ve shared a picture of it and a link on my Facebook page in an effort to make more people aware of Krochet Kids. What you are doing is a great thing and I am so proud to be able to purchase a product from an organization like this. Keep up the good work!
Mary, I purchased a beautiful hat today made by none other than you. I love it! You have amazing talent. Thank you so much and God bless!!
mary, thank you for the perfect beanie. it made me smile all day. I cannot thank you enough
Thank you for the hat! It’s lovely!
Dear Mary,
Thank you so much for making my beautiful hat! I waited in anticipation for your talented work to come in the mail!. It’s such a blessing to know that you are able to provide for your family by making beautiful hats!
I think about you every time i wear my hat (sparrow hodge podge).
You are beautiful! You are a strong leader! You are a good mother! And you are a very talented hat maker! I will pray for you and your children, that God will bless you abundantly and bring peace to Uganda.
Blessings,
sandy
Hello Mary,
Thank you for this amazing purple hat. My girlfriend Audrey gave it to me as an early christmas gift and I absolutely love it.
Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you (): (::
Jake and Audrey
P.S. I’m curious to know what your favorite color is and what type of music do you like listening to ?
Thank you so much for my wonderful hat! i got it for christmas today and I was so excited! I love what the guys at Krochet Kids do and how it helps you!
Thank you for making such a beautiful hat! i will wear it proudly knowing that i was able to make a difference in someone’s life. I hope that the good Lord will continue to bless your life and your children’s for all the days to come. Thank you. My Christmas gift was not only the hat i received but thanking and blessing the person who made it. =)
With Love
Julie
Thank you so much Mary for my hat. It was the perfect gift to open on Christmas morning. It is exactly what I wanted and needed. It is beautifully made. I deeply appreciate it.
With Love,
Pierce
Mary,
I received this hat from my Aunt. Thank you it is beautiful.
Best Regards, Wolffe 10 years old
Mary,
Thank you so much for the beautiful hat. I couldn’t have asked for anything better, I purchased the 5207.5 and I wear it all the time. People ask me about it and I show them your name because I am so proud to say you made it for me. You’re an amazing women and I will always cherish the hat you made for me.
Dearest Mary,
You inspire me. Thank you for my beautiful, intricately-crocheted hat. After reading your story, I feel the vibrant mustard color of my hat is a great representation of you – full of life, sunshine, and love. Keep smiling Mary. I think and pray for you every time I rock my favorite hat
Much love, Katrina
Dear Mary! I purchased a headband you made yesterday. It is beautiful, you did a perfect job. I don’t usually like headbands, but this one is perfect, I can imagine myself wearing it all the time. The reddish-orange is my favorite color. I will remember to pray for you and your family every time I wear it. I am so proud of you and the commitment you put into your work. May God bless you until the end of your days.
Hello i just bought a hat today & it said your name on it I’m very thankful for this hat that you made. its special to me because i helped someone in need! I’m from california thank you sooo much
Hello Mary. I purchased a hat made by you today, and I am so thankful that I could help someone else and actually see the person that I am helping. I will wear my hat with pride and let everyone know that I am wearing a special hat made by your hands. May God continue to bless you and your family.
My mom just gave me a Juliet that you made me for my birthday! It is so beautiful and I can’t wait to wear it and show off your amazing work! Thank you so much for all that you do!
Hello Mary!
I just got my beautiful little black Barney Hat in the mail today! I have been wanting it for weeks and I haven’t found a hat that even compares to it. Thank you so much for your hard work and care to make it. I assure you it will be put to good use.
Lots of Love <3
Thank you very much for my hat. It is very nice, I will enjoy wearing it for a long time.