My Other Daughter
Sunday, December 7, 2008
Adoption changed my life. In 1993 when I adopted my daughter from Russia, I had no idea what a life changing experience it would be. She has taught me so much about the power of love. Then when I adopted my second daughter from Russia in 2003 I learned about the joys and challenges of raising siblings. I've learned about the power of forgiveness and reconciliation. It hasn't always been easy but it's been so good.
But there is always more, isn't there. A few years ago my girls and I talked about ways that we could continue to give. After considering various options we finally decided to sponsor a child through World Vision. You can read more about them at www.worldvision.org. We chose a little girl in India who has my birthday to support. Each month we send money so that she can receive an education. Other times during the year we send cards, bookmarks, etc.
Christmas was still a few weeks away when we decided to shop for Sayli. Oh what fun we had buying a beautiful lavender velour pants and jacket set, a locket, a long candy necklace, etc. Together we wrapped our simple gifts and put them in a box. Together we took the box to the post office and mailed it all the way to India. As we walked back to the car that day we all agreed that sending something to Sayli made Christmas for us.
Well the days have gone by. At night I imagine her getting the Christmas box and opening it. I can see her unwrapping each gift and dancing with delight. Yes, sometimes I can almost imagine her walking around wearing the lavender pants and jacket outfit.
It seems so small, doesn't it but in reality it is so big. To spend the time to reach out and care for my other daughter is so rewarding. If you are considering a family project please look into sponsoring a child. It takes so little to make a big difference.
Yes, just blogging about this gives me joy. Why, we are considering adding another child to our family. Yes, a child that we will sponsor each month. Won't you?
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