Giving Back

Knowing how very fortunate we are (I am and Hazel will be), my sister and I asked attendees at my recent shower to consider giving an orphanage donation instead of a shower gift.  We had an overwhelming response to this and as a result were able to send a large care package full of clothing, toys and lollipops (!) to the QinZhou SWI (Hazel's orphanage), along with some tea for Hazel's nannies.  I received confirmation that the package arrived this week.

I added a small disposable camera with a request for someone there to take photos of Hazel with her friends and nannies at the orphanage.  If all goes well, I would receive this back when we meet her and she will have these treasured photos forever.  Keep your fingers crossed!

Most importantly, donations made at the shower have enabled us to sponsor one of the other children at the orphanage.  The sponsorship will allow for his support in a wonderful foster care program that will help prepare him for adoption (Hazel had the good fortune to be in this program).  We will receive quarterly reports on his progress.  We are absolutely thrilled to be able to do this and really thankful for all the wonderful support!