Today was the day of ground breaking! Lots of excitement, lots of people, many different schools all over came to celebrate. The children sang three songs for the elders, then the children of the home gave a poem thanking everyone, specifically Evelyn, Mike, and Creative Visions for giving them a home. It was very touching; tears all around (myself included).
Before the ground breaking ceremony, the house mothers prepared an elaborate feast for the community. Very tasty! Unfortunately, I had to film all day, so I didn't get much to eat. But what I did eat was yummy!
After the ceremony, Minnet (earlier I had been spelling her name with one N) gave me some letters she abd a few other children had written for me. Below are photos of them. This is the kind of thing that makes you realize that just by being here, you're making an impact in their lives. Because she made me a bracelet, I felt it was important to give her one as well. I told her to keep it quiet but of course as soon as she runs out, she screams to everyone. Haha.
Tonight I'm staying at the orphanage with Will. We went in to wash up and oh boy. The kids went crazy when the saw me! They didn't expect me to be there. We all washed out hands and arms together, then we watched the evening news. It's one of the few channels that comes in through the television. Once that was finished, I had to go to each room and say "nzuri usiku tamu ndoto" (goodnight. Sweet dreams). By the time you read this post, it will be a day later. No Internet here at the home.
Tomorrow is my last day and it makes me very sad. :(
The children said they'll cry when I leave. I'm sure I will too. After interviewing Evelyn, I learned that it only costs around $1,000.00 per year to sponsor (adopt) a child. Adopt meaning pay for their housing, schooling and food for a year. I've requested to adopt a child. I hope it will works out!
CuraOrphanage.org
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