June 1, 2009
Today is my last day in China … and it happens to be National Children’s Day! Philip Hayden had a huge celebration this morning with 100 happy meals for the kids, swimming, face paint, and crafts … the kids had a blast!
As for me, honestly, I am emotionally tired. Visiting orphans is a joy, but it is also heart wrenching that I cannot do more. It hurts to get close enough to realize that these kids know that something is missing. Sometimes they reach out to you in hopes of finding fulfillment, sometimes you can sense their frustration as they push you away or would rather not be touched. This trip, more than ever, I have shed tears and felt pain for these kids. They all know the word mommy, and they do realize that something is missing, even at a very early age. Psalm 34:18 says that God is close to the broken hearted. These children are so important to Him. Surely your consideration of their needs brings Him great joy.
Your Portion for Orphans donations are making a difference in the lives of orphans! A simple glance at the pictures below will prove that. As a result of YOUR DONATIONS, they are receiving facial reconstructive cleft lip surgery this week! The last one has already had lip surgery and will have cleft pallet surgery, which closes the roof of his mouth. I want to thank you on their behalf. Sheh-Sheh!
As soon as I have all pictures uploaded, I will blog the link. I'll also be adding video clips to this blog. For now, if you’re on Facebook, you can view them there. Just search Sally Lockett.
Thank you for following the trip. Please visit the PFO website to subscribe to our periodic email updates throughout the year. They mainly consist of news and follow-up pictures of donations and surgeries. www.portionfororphans.org
Thanks also to those who cover our administrative/travel expenses. You are like angels!
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Zhang Hai Yang
Sally,
ReplyDeleteThank you for the blog and update!
We are in Okinawa now and are getting settled for sure. We moved on base, Terry had his change of command ceremony on the 4th. It was incredible! Kayris and Cole still talk about you. We are starting allowances now and each child must give 10% to a charity or church of their choice. Kayris has chosen PFO!! We need to get organized and send you this check! We are so proud of you and the difference you ARE making in the lives of children everywhere and others who hear about your work. There is hope and love out there for everyone!
Much love,
Hillary Baggett