Today we went with our church to the Peace Villiage Orphanage. Many of the kids there have parents but are not able to support them. Others do not have parents at all. Our school and church does a lot to support the orphanage throughout the year. This visit was to celebrate Christmas. Individuals or classes sponsored a child to buy them a gift and Santa delivered the presents to the kids. The kids ranged in age from 3 years old to 20 years old.
First we ate pizza with the kids and then it was time to hand out presents. The kids were so excited to receive the gifts. Many of them didn't even want to open them, they were so excited about the box and wrapping paper. We bought gifts for two 13 year-olds and a 3 year-old boy. He was so excited about his one gift that he didn't understand when we tried to give him the second half. He actually wanted to share the second present with Zachary! What a humbling thought that kids who have nothing were willing to share the little they had, one was enough for him. Once we finally conviced him that they were both for him, he carried them off to his room so excited and protective of his new treasures.
What a blessing to spend some time with these children. We need to go more often. I wish I could give each of these kids a home for Christmas.
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I love these pics!
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