Day 28

Yesterday we visited the KidzCare children's home again. The kids are starting to really get to know us, and growing comfortable with us, which is a great feeling. It nearly broke my heart though when two of them pulled me aside to hug me goodbye and asked me to not to go :( I don't know all of their stories, their past, or what they want for their future. Although, whatever happened to them hasn't stopped them from overflowing with joy and laughter. Even if you are having the worst day ever, just come to this place, welcome their embraces (they love hugs!), and let them share their unexplainable joy with you. Their smiles are contagious!


Even though the last couple of days have been hard for me to adjust to the reality of fatherless children and hopeless dreams, I listened to this song again last night and remembered that there is no such thing as a hopeless dream because of Him. After all, he is the Father to the fatherless (Psalm 68:5).


"For the children around the world without a home
Say a prayer tonight

There is hope for the helpless
Rest for the weary
Love for the broken heart
There is grace and forgiveness
Mercy and healing
He'll meet you wherever you are
Cry out to Jesus"

(Third Day)