Saturday, June 21, 2008

First Day at the Orphanage



Today was our first day back at the Fushun Orphanage and we had many pleasant surprises. There are many new children but none as a result of the earth quakes.

We played games outside and did crafts in the afternoon. The kids made several crafts around a nautical theme. To the right is a new baby at the orphanage. The director is making efforts to get the paperwork for adoption in progress on many kids.


The picture to the right is us with Betty. Her best friend is Cindy who was adopted in March. Betty was sad at first because we delivered a letter to her from Cindy, who is now in North Carolina.
After a while and some singing, Betty was happier.

The kids are great at jump rope. At one point, five were jumping at the same time. Pat didn't try.

One of the new faces at the Fushun orphanage is to the right.
They are in the planning stages for a new facility which will allow for the care to 200 children. The current facility can house 80 children.

We were treated to a great dinner by the orphanage staff.


































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