I went to Haiti last month. It was difficult because I'd been having so much depression and anxiety, but it was still a wonderful trip. One of my favorite things was when I got to do this:
A tearful and joyful reunion with little V.
Here little V shows me her photo of her graduation from her first year of school. Her report card was awesome. They said she is extremely bright, happy, intelligent, and full of life. Little R is not so sure of me but little V remembers me well and R became comfortable quickly. Big V looked healthy and beautiful. I was so happy!
If you don't know who these people are--the woman in red and the two little girls...well...they are so close to my heart that I can't even write it on a public site so you can email and ask me. All three of these females are so special to me but there is something about little V that just kills me. I love her so much it hurts.
Maybe it is because I made her a promise when I first met her at only this age:
I promised that I would always look out for her and keep close to her. That I would do my best to help her have opportunities and a happy life. I cannot explain the deep connection I feel for her. Some people do not agree with the relationship I have nor the things I do in regards to this mother and her daughters. Unicef would have an aneurism. I understand where they are coming from. But...to them...and to any others...all I have to say is, well...to hell with you. Nothing will stop me from doing all I can to keep my promise.
4 comments:
Aunty- You are such a great example to all those around you. You are so generous, loving, sweet and selfless. I really look up to you. Also, should I know who that woman in red is? I would love an e-mail to hear more about her and these little girls.
There is kind of magic and glowing in these pictures. So . . . good. Love you!
Oh for heavens sake, you make me cry! I just love you! And Unicef can stuff it! ;)
You are one incredible woman!
Don't worry about Unicef. You answer to a higher law.
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