March, April and May were amazing months for me! I was able to have an extraordinary opportunity of teaching English class at an orphanage about an hour outside of our city, 3 days a week. A few different orphanages from the area (one from about a 3 hour bus ride away!) Sent a handful of orphans each to participate in this summer school opportunity. They do not have good English training in their schools, and are too poor to afford tutoring, so this was a very big opportunity for them. However, I believe my heart was blessed more! These children have really nothing in this world, and yet their hearts toward the Father were so sincere, so loving. I was really encouraged by their sweet spirits and eagerness to learn. Here are some photos from that time:
Here is my Myanmar helper, SUCH a great helper, who translated and explained concepts in their language at times:
This day Jason was able to come and help with my class (and take some photos :) )
The director of the program filling out their certificates on graduation day:
Our feast on graduation day:
One of the teachers with the students on graduation day:
Some of my students on graduation day:
One of the teachers (and my friend) with one of my spunky students. :)
This is my most precious memory. This girl came from one of the poorest orphanages. I never saw it, but I heard it would break my heart. They have literally nothing. Most days she didn't have a lunch, and I was told that the home she stays at only has enough for one meal per child per day. But, the last day, she brought me this gift - her stuffed bear. I almost cried, I was so overwhelmed by this gesture of love an appreciation. This is just one example of the beautiful hearts of these precious children.
