Orphanage Visit

Monday, March 24, 2013

Well, we are here! This morning we went to the orphanage. We were met by Fei Fei who now manages all the adoptions and the handles the babies and their paperwork when they are abandoned. She is delightful and speaks great English. Bonus for us.

We met with the director and then were brought to Gracie's room. We met our new manager who also speaks great English. Her name is Qi Rui. The difference between the old Gracie's Room/ First Hugs in the old orphanage and our new space is just breathtaking. The space is bright and airy and clean! the children were being well cared for. They obviously had a great relationship with their ayis or caregivers. There was so much affection, love and playfulness.

We were delighted that four of the children had been adopted domestically and there is one beautiful little girl who will go to a local family next month. And we have a few new children in the program for a total of 16 children! Mant still need sponsors.

Several of the children go to "rehab" for several hours during the morning and afternoon. There is one little baby who is just one month old and is a preemie. She slept almost the while day and is just 3 lbs. I held her for much of the time. 

All in all, pictures peak volumes so I am attaching a few. More tomorrow.

Moya, Cathy and Krista