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There is a small orphanage in the special little town of Abadiania in
Central Brazil which needs a bit of extra support. Most of the 13
children who live in this loving home are from parents with drug or
alcohol addictions, so they have been placed in this home for their
care and protection. I spent the afternoon with the director of this
local Brazilian orphanage and left filled with blessings, joy and
feelings of such love amongst the 'family'... a day I will never
forget!
About a year ago, a darling couple from the US, Yvette and Dave,
began working with this orphanage and so many miracles appeared. A
Brazilian Pousada owner offered the orphanage her beautiful hotel to
live in as it had recently closed, replacing the falling down small
orphanage home with a spacious new building. Yvette and Dave
raised money to buy new appliances, furniture and helped them move
into their new fabulous home.
The Brazilian government provides most of the children's essential needs such as food, caretakers and basic housing. The amazing director and staff share much love and support for these children, so fortunately, it is a very happy place most of the time. Unfortunately, the budget is tight and does not cover clothing, home essentials, or extra medical expenses.
A few days ago I felt a calling to continue Yvette and Dave's
work on a smaller scale. When I initially talked to the director,
she said all they needed was shoes for a few of the children and
matching t-shirts as a kind of new uniform... and possible surgery
for a very sick 5 year old little boy. During my visit, with more
prodding, asking the teens what they might need, 2 needed shoes and
the other nothing... said with such a beautiful humble energy that
she really feels she has it all... reminding me that LOVE is what
really matters.
I'm hoping to help them share their love in a bit more
comfort... although everything was spotlessly clean, they need
towels and sheets, as most of the children are sleeping on bare
mattresses. They can use a printer and a new door, as a very tall
glass door was broken, leaving a gapping hole during rainy season
and with young toddlers who can wander into the garden. The friend
who went with me to translate (my Portuguese is still not very good)
and I were both so touched by what we were blessed to witness... no
Christmas tree or lights or anything implying it is the holidays,
yet so much love and sweet humbleness as they welcomed our support
to give them a few little necessities.
If you are called to help in any way, please do what you can,
as we are going shopping on December 30 and would love to fill the
car with towels, twin sheets, a printer, variety of shoes and the
funds to replace the broken door. It would be wonderful to help the
little 5 year old, although that is a much more complicated process
and for now, it would be so special to let this little Brazilian
orphanage know some strangers, many from far away, cared enough to
help them with a few necessities. Let me know if you would like to
participate in any way....$10 will buy a pair of much needed shoes.
Thank you and have a very, blessed, JOYful holiday!
If you are feeling compelled to help this loving home with a
variety of children from ages 1 to 17, please share this request to
help brighten the smile of these beautiful children.
About me:
I was told it was important to share who I am on this page, so you
can feel more comfortable with this request. My name is Adele Good.
I am an American who raised my sons in Dallas, Texas. I had a higher
calling in 2014, once both my sons were out of college and settled in
jobs they loved, so I sold or gave away almost everything I owned and
left for the great unknown!
I have traveled and lived all over the world in these past
years, spending much of my time in Bosnia, South Africa, Thailand,
Borneo, Peru, Bolivia and here in Central Brazil. My main focus has
been to explore sacred sites although I have done volunteer work in
most of the places I have lived as it gives my life so much more
meaning. I am a professional speaker, coach, and creator of The J.O.Y.
Codes, and owner of All Good International. I am mainly retired,
living on social security, although I am taking small groups to
explore some of my findings in beautiful sacred sites.
I discovered a long time ago that giving and receiving go
together... and learned I am most JOYful when sharing with others. If
you too have that same philosophy, and these children call out to
you... I thank you in advance for anything you can do to help brighten
their day!
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