A wish come true
Shelton Mutembei
Adonay Gebru

Meru is at the foot of Mount Kenya. In this region, there lived an elderly woman and her daughter Nkirote.

Nkirote had a son called Mutwiri. Because of poverty, Mutwiri did not attend school.

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As Mutwiri grew up, he longed to wear nice clothes just like some of the people he saw.

He liked to watch teachers, bankers and managers.

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Mutwiri learned how to read by reading the Bible everyday. When he had learned enough, he became a pastor.

He moved from one place to another preaching to the children and the villagers. They loved him because his message was simple.

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When Mutwiri was ready to marry, the people bought him a nice suit for his wedding.

It was the first suit that Mutwiri wore.

Mutwiri was very happy because his desire was fulfilled.

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After the wedding, he went home very happy.

He and his wife, loved each other very much.

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A wish come true
Author - Shelton Mutembei
Illustration - Adonay Gebru, Brian Wambi, Magriet Brink, Rob Owen, Salim Kasamba
Language - English
Level - Longer paragraphs