Today was an awesome day! We went to the center to get the stoves going brought food and other items we needed. We spent time praying over each room of the center and praised God for all He has done this week in getting the center opened.
We took two cars to go out in the Gypsy village to pick up the kids. First we went to pick up Samuel and Abel and they were so excited to see us. Rachel spoke to the grandparents and the mother who has signed over all rights to the kids for a while and then we loaded up the kids in the car. They seemed excited and ready to go! We then went to pick up Florica, Simona and Maria. Maria seemed okay with everything, but Florica and Simona seemed very nervous. We then went to pick up Alex, who has Down's syndrome. He was a happy little guy. All the parents and/or grandparents seemed to have no problem watching their kids leave with us, but they all have gotten to know and trust Rachel and Erin because of their repeated visits to the village and the help that FMN has provided for the families.
Once we got to the center, we had to keep the kids in a contained area because they all needed to be treated for lice. Some were treated and bathed, while others had lunch. Most of them were very hungry! A man from the village, who was one of our "body guards" from the birthday parties for Jesus that we had in November, is a barber and came to shave the kids hair. Most of them had had this done before, but a few of them cried. It was very emotional but necessary. Once the baths were over we were able to take them into the living room, put on new clothes and hats to keep their heads warm and the party started! We had toys everywhere and the kids had a blast! They all warmed up very quickly and were so sweet! It didn't take long and they were all laughing, playing, and running around, and just being kids! It was a different world for them. They had snack and then later we fed them dinner. It was so sweet as they prayed and ate a table, probably something they've never done before.
We have been blessed to be here this week, and even more blessed to be able to be at the center on opening day. We ask that you pray for Rachel and Erin as they take on the huge task of making a difference in the lives of precious children. For now there are six kids, but as FMN gains more sponsors, they will be able to bring in more kids and God willing, Phase II of the children's center will allow even more room and blessings for the children in the Gypsy community of Tinca.
Thank you Rachel and Erin for an amazing week and may God bless you and the children that He has placed in your care.
We ask that you pray for our travel home as we leave early in the morning, arriving home around 10:00 p.m. tomorrow night.
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How blessed each of those children are to receive the pure love and kindness God has sent to them through each of your efforts. May God reward each of you for doing the hard work he has called on you to do! Let it spread!
KJL
Fantastic!!I admit that I felt the tug of longing to be by your side to share the joy of opening day. I'm so proud of all of you. The kids look great and I look forward to later pictures when they feel secure and we can see how happy they are. I know today, and for awhile they are overwhelmed. God is so-o-o good. It's quite emotional for me to see how things have come together, so I'm sure your hearts have all been immensely blessed to get to see this wonderful event first hand. It's was great to see Darius too! Hugs to Rachel, Erin and Izabella. I hope to see you all tomorrow night. I'm having trouble getting someone to tell me when you arrive in Louisville. Maybe someone can call me when you get to the states. I really want to be there. Love to all,
Beth
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