Last day with the girls....

One of the Callao parishes who also support another orphanage in the area put on mini-show in the girls backyard. There was a dj, a clown, and obviously a Santa Claus. The festitives were held in the morning until about lunchtime. I stopped by for a couple hours to join in the fun and say goodbye...





They were energized, happy, and excited for the most part. Again, dancing is obviously involved - here we all are totally groovin'...





































This is Janette - she's the oldest one in the house and is graduating this year. Her home situation is extremely difficult and her aunt can't support her, so there's really no where for her to go once she leaves the house. She's been living there for over 3 - 4 years so is familiar with all the rules, the girls, the way of life there. Instead of sending her out, Coprodeli will "hire" her to take care of the house and girls - whom better than someone who has been living there for years and has demonstrated an unbelievable amount of responsibility and maturity? She will continue to go to school, but will help Rosa and Betty (the two primary house keepers) with running activities, chores, helping with the girls homework, cooking, etc.

Santa! There was a barbie doll for every little girl and a purse for every older girl - it was so fun to watch them receive their gift and hug Santa!!