Saturday, May 30, 2009
Old friends, New Friends
Miss Joan, who said she'd stay at Hosanna House for 3 months, is now leaving after being here for 3 Years. :) She has decided to travel and see the world. We had a Going Away party Friday night. The children organized the program for the evening. Our entertainment included readings dedicated to Miss Joan and various musical productions by the children.
Victoria read something she had written as well. She and her siblings have been at Hosanna House almost as long as Miss Joan.
Though Earline will miss Joan, a great deal, she also has a new friend now. After Miss Joan's Going Away Party, Earline and I had our own time together. We discussed many things including how to deal with old friends moving on since she is having a real hard time with Miss Joan leaving.
What had really helped Earline cope, was a Teddy Bear that was sent with me by a young lady named Harley. Earline was quite interested in learning all about her new friend. I told her as much as I could and also shared a couple pictures with Earline. After cookies, Orange Fanta, and a new bear, Earline said to me, "Yes, Miss Wendy. Harley is going to be my Best Friend forever!"
This is what its all about. Showing that someone cares - God cares through us. Planting seeds. Earline, like most of the children who pass through Hosanna House, has really come a long way since she's lived here. I can only see great things happening in this dear child's life. Earline has seen God's love through Hosanna House and big hearts like Harley's.
Victoria read something she had written as well. She and her siblings have been at Hosanna House almost as long as Miss Joan.
Though Earline will miss Joan, a great deal, she also has a new friend now. After Miss Joan's Going Away Party, Earline and I had our own time together. We discussed many things including how to deal with old friends moving on since she is having a real hard time with Miss Joan leaving.
What had really helped Earline cope, was a Teddy Bear that was sent with me by a young lady named Harley. Earline was quite interested in learning all about her new friend. I told her as much as I could and also shared a couple pictures with Earline. After cookies, Orange Fanta, and a new bear, Earline said to me, "Yes, Miss Wendy. Harley is going to be my Best Friend forever!"
This is what its all about. Showing that someone cares - God cares through us. Planting seeds. Earline, like most of the children who pass through Hosanna House, has really come a long way since she's lived here. I can only see great things happening in this dear child's life. Earline has seen God's love through Hosanna House and big hearts like Harley's.
Thank You, Harley!