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The Doll

Submitted by coleenm on Fri, 08/13/2010 - 12:27

 This week has go one by so fast with a whirlwind of emotions and thoughts going threw my head. The home we have been at this week is truly like no other. There are 76 girls, 1boy and amazing staff. The home radiates love and joy. The ages start at about three and continue upward. The expressions on the faces are almost always happy. You know when you walk in this is truly a home not just a place that they live. The children talk, smile and play all the time.

When we arrive the girls run to the car to meet us. They are yelling "auntie,auntie" their smiles are so big they consume their faces.

Destiny for women and children joy

Submitted by coleenm on Tue, 08/03/2010 - 13:10

 We have been here in India for three full days.  I have heard, learned and seen things that have broke my heart and that have inspired me. We have met children and women that have overcome things that would likely destroy others. The strength in these women and children is like no other. They are truly survivors.

Yesterday we went to Destiny, a program where the women are working and are at a level of independance that is amazing. The women were so proud to show us the items that they have made and designed. We were just as proud to buy them. Buying these items gives these young women a sense of accomplishment that their work has value. It also allows the girls to continue to work and earn a fair wage so they can support themselves and contribute to their family and community.

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