Em and I are once again at the internet cafe writing at the same time... :)
Today, an adoptive mom will be arriving to visit with her children and get some of the last paperwork done for the adoption. Two kids from Amani are getting adopted together and although they don't really understand what is going on, it is very exciting!! I keep thinking about how the lives of these two kids are going to be completely different so soon (obviously in a positive way!) and they have no idea what kind of changes they're in for. One of the kids knows a bit more of what's happening than the other and when you ask her who's coming today, she says "Mommy". So precious. Adopting is definitely something that's been on my heart during my time here. There are so many kids that I want to take home with me now! But unfortunately, it's not such an easy process. I don't know what God has for me and my future, but if the opportunity to adopt was possible and do-able, I can definitely see myself doing that at some point.
This morning was our second last day of preschool, and although it was chaotic, it went well overall. I am really trying to cherish these last few days. We took the preschoolers on a walk after snack and even though it's a short walk around the block, it's one of their favorite things to do. I love watching their expressions as they see different things along the way, like cows, goats, "ka-ka y cow" (cow poo) and cars. When they see a car, they always say in unison "Moto-car!"
I can't believe I'm in the last stretch of my time here at Amani. I have mixed feelings about leaving and I know I'm going to miss the kids a lot - just being able to hug and kiss them all the time, and hearing their sweet voices. I am also looking forward to going back to Canada though, and for Camp Iawah, which is where I'll be spending the rest of my summer. God has taught me a lot while I've been here, and I know that learning is a process... I am excited to see what else he'll teach me this summer through leading ILT at camp.
Today, we will go on our last outing with two of the older girls, which will be really fun as our last one. We will take them to "Ozzy's", like usual, which is our favorite place because it's so inexpensive, and the kids love it.
With MUCH Kwagala, (if that even makes sense, haha)
Alyssa
awww, Aly, I know how your heart must be so attached to those little people who you will have to leave. My heart is very much there with you as you start to "let go" in the next 3 days. It will sure be emotional watching those 2 kids leave today: wow, hard to imagine.I am quite sure I will have at least one adopted grandchild to love someday; which is exciting too! You have a big heart and you have had lots of chances to stretch it even bigger this month. Glad you have Iawah to anticipate, plus the "comforts" of home and our family; can't wait to spend time together on Sunday pm! Love you so much. Mom.
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