So something I haven't really talked about is the children's homes and how they work. The property currently has two children homes with a total of 19 orphans ranging from infant to 12 years old and some are sibling sets of up to 3. They have been taken away from their families because of drug or physical abuse issues. There are some cases that are very difficult and can sometimes take 3 years for the children to be declared abandoned so they can be adopted, especially when other members of the family appeal the case and try to take the kids (which is a current battle). The project has never had to release a kid when they become 18, they have always been adopted before then.

A couple nights a week the interns cook dinner for the kids and the house parents. This is also the majority of bonding time we get with them. Its one of the most rewarding things I have done here. Its reassuring to see their joy and love of God despite their situations. Some of the kids have given their lives to God since they have been in the home. Their joy and laughter is very contagious! Each  night before dinner they pray and thank God for what they have. It is very hard to put into words what one feels when they are in the homes working with the kids. I think its something that everybody should experience at least once in their lives. It makes me realize how much I have and very thankful. I know that God has a plan for each of these kids and we continuously pray they they will get a stable christian home to grow up in.

We fasted again yesterday. It was a lot harder the second time! Hannah and I were fighting headaches and pain  most of the day. Our main focus was praying for the church, children's homes, leadership, and phase 2 of the project.
Some land across the river was recently purchased and we are hoping to build more children's homes (that's what phase 2 is). As they have done with everything, the project is relying on outside support and partnerships to get the money needed in order for this to happen. I'm very excited to keep up with Amy and Jonathan (the intern coordinators) and hear what happens with that.
Well I have a week and a half left! I know there is more i have to do here, but if yall could keep e in your prayers as i get ready to come home that would be much appreciated =]
I know that culture shock will be a big one and I will miss everyone here a ton! But I am VERY excited to see all of you when i get home and share the stories that I have not had time to talk about here.
Thank you for your support it means the world to me! See you guys in a week and a half. I will try to blog again if I get internet
~Alex