Leaving Saturday

Well, I thought I would write one more time before I leave this Saturday. I am definitely not ready to leave. I love the babies so much, and I would honestly do anything for them. I would give anything to be able to take them home with me!
I feel like this was a successful trip, and I was able to accomplish a lot of my goals. We were able to get the last of the legal work done, and to finally start receiving babies into the orphanage. I also was able to hire a worker to be here with the babies while I am gone, and she has done an amazing job so far. We found some land to construct my own building on, as for right now I am still sharing with another orphanage. We also had some great volunteers this trip who did some awesome work, and who brought donations of diapers and formula, which really helped.
I will miss the kids so much, but I know that I will be back again soon!

Mayerly

On Monday one of Guillermo´s kids, Mayerly, went back home to her family. It was so sad but good at the same time. She seemed happier. I know what Guillermo means when he says that you can tell when a family has changed. As soon as I saw Mayerly´s dad put his arms around her, I felt the spirit so strong and I felt so good about them. I am so glad she will have the chance to have a better life with her family.
Next week, one of my babies, Paola, goes back to her family with her brother Estuardo and her sister Diana. I will miss them so much but it really is better for them to be with their family than in an orphanage if their family treats them well.
Jose Daniel has changed since his first day here. He is a lot more calm and we have gotten him to start eating a little. He doesn´t cry as much anymore. I was worried about him with his head injury but he seems to be getting better.