Meeting my sponsored child

Today was the day scheduled to meet Kimberli, one of my sponsored children! My husband and I now sponsor 4 kids. Two boys in Swaziland and two girls in Honduras. Both of us were fortunate enough to meet our two boys last September and now I have the opportunity to meet our two girls on this trip. I have been looking forward to today since February!

On the bus to the project today Kayla, a fellow traveler, asked me if I was nervous. I actually began to get nervous right then, as I hadn't truly decided what I was going to say. There were several of us meeting our kids at the same time, so when I walked in to the room I had butterflies in my stomach as Kimberli & her mother were sitting right there! She came over & gave me a hug. I told her that I loved her in spanish! She gave me a picture that she had colored with Ruth 2:12 written out. Her mother was so grateful and appreciative. She said that she recognized me from pictures I had sent. We talked about our families and prayed for her father as he is sick. We talked about Kimberli's favorite things. As most girls back home, she likes pink, likes to play with friends and loves school. With my limited Spanish & a translator we were able to connect. Then we began playing. We colored pictures, we played memory (a card game) and then played catch with a bouncy ball while she taught me how to count in Spanish.

We took lots of pictures and had to say our good-byes since she had to get to school. It was hard to see her go, but I know that God will watch over her. He will provide for all her needs. Through Mission of Mercy we will remain in contact. Meeting our sponsored kids has made a world of difference in our lives. I know it is an experience that none of us will ever forget!

Thanks,
Kari Raymond