Such Extreme Excitement - the formation of a micro-finance group

Today we went to the school (Source de Lumiere - where the orphanage and the chidren's school are) to meet with the new sewing class.  They will meet from Today through Friday 3/27 from 10-2.  Their teacher says they will have an evaluation ("test") on Friday to see how they're doing.  They are fined a small amount if they are late and they will meet with Shantia next Wednesday to see if they want to begin a micro-financed business.  He's good and he's tough...
I REALLY THINK THIS IS GOING TO HAPPEN!  THE WOMEN ARE VERY INTERESTED AND EXCITED!
We talked about the commitments they will have to make to keep each other accountable to paying back the loan and building a small business account for future purchasing of materials.
They will each fill out and sign a rather detailed application on which they are backers for each other.
They just kept nodding and smiling!  (And Junior chose to summarize several times so I know they really understood.)
WE HAVE BEEN SEWING THESE SEEDS FOR 3 YEARS - IT IS SO EXCITING TO HAVE A BEGINNING!
We also met with a craft instructor who will explore the possibilities of a craft making group.
I am less certain about that at this point - but we will see how it goes - they MAY begin to meet tomorrow...
Oh friends this is amazing!
Thank you all for interest, prayers and support!!!!
blessings, shantia