These are the darlin' little apples of my eye at the orphanage:
The most enjoyable part of working with the kids is giving LOTS of hugs! As a snuggle-bug myself, it’s so rewarding to love on the kids who are so eager for affection. It’s amazing how quickly they open up their hearts to another “Tia,” as they call us. The very first day I arrived, a 3-year-old kept asking me to sit down, just to crawl up onto my lap!
Another striking thing about the Baby Homes here is how, even with so many kids, there is a definite structure to each day and they all know the program! As I watched a 6-year-old take almost 10 minutes to make her bed PERFECTLY, I was astounded at how kids are capable of so much, and how easily they rise to the occasion when something is expected of them.
Blessings to you, Caris. You are Jesus hands and feet and heart to the little ones there. I bet you and Louie are both wishing you could bring the little ones you meet without homes back to the states with you. I hope you are feeling stronger and not so nauseous now... Sending you love and hugs.
ReplyDeleteOkay I'm dying to know who it was that wanted to crawl in your lap your first day?
ReplyDeleteAnd give little J a hug...I miss him...he's so cute!