WOW. It was nearly impossible to leave today! After six short days these children have become as important as the children we all teach and work with at school. They just like the kids at Aquila love to do art, play soccer, dance, listen to music, and read books. Like the children of the US the Hondurans like candy, BINGO, and a hug. Unfortunately they do not have a lot of these things at the Hogar, there just isn't enough money.
Imagine not having dessert (hardly ever), no video games, ho hockey, no brand new clothes when your jeans got "old". Worst of all, imagine not having a Mom or Dad to hug you good night or say good morning. Imagine not having a Grandma or Grandpa that you've never met, nor will you probably ever. Our hearts break when we see this. We are so glad we were able to come and play with these wonderful children. We were so glad to hug them as many times as they needed and let them know they are smart and beautiful and they do have people who think of them often and care about them in addition to their Hogar family!
More soon :)
-Miss Beeman
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Your mission is heartwarming. I'm sure you've left an impression on those kids that will last a lifetime... we should all take note!
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