As many of you know, we are in the process of adopting two precious, 2.5 year-old boys from Bulgaria; both of whom have been blessed with designer genes (aka Down syndrome). We are humbled that our Heavenly Father has chosen us to be their parents.
Over the past four years we have had the privilege of getting to know many individuals and families whose lives have been blessed, enhanced and enriched by that extra chromosome. We are excited to finally experience that joy and blessing firsthand.
Tonight I would like to share with you the profiles of 10 waiting children with Down syndrome because, as Reece's Rainbow states (and we emphatically agree), "every family deserves the blessing of a child with Down syndrome."
1. Meet Sophie. Is she not the most adorable little girl you have ever seen!? Miss Sophie is in desperate need of a family. Could that family be YOU? To learn more about Sophie, donate to her grant fund or share her information, please visit her profile at Reece's Rainbow.
2. Meet Alexander. This precious little boy has had my heart since the first time I laid eyes on him. His smile just fills me with light. In addition to Down syndrome, Alexander also struggles with epilepsy. He will be 5 years-old in February and it is only a matter of time before he is sentenced to an institution. Alexander currently has a $7000 grant towards his adoption. Where is his mama?? To learn more about Alexander, donate to his grant fund or share his information, please visit his profile at Reece's Rainbow.
3. Meet Artem. This sweet boy has been waiting for his family for far too long. Year after year I have watched as other children have found their families, yet, Artem has always remained. I am praying that will not be the case much longer. Artem currently has a $16,500 grant towards his adoption! $16,500!!! Could YOU be Artem's family!? To learn more about Artem, donate to his grant fund or share his information, please visit his profile at Reece's Rainbow.
4. Meet Samuel. Samuel is another little boy who has been waiting for his family for far too long. Samuel was listed on Reece's Rainbow shortly before we committed to Alayna and Lily in the Fall of 2009. In the two years that he has been listed he hasn't received a single donation to his grant fund and very few people have inquired about him. This precious boy has been living without the love of a family for 8.5 years! He desperately needs a mama to smother him in love and kisses and to help him meet his full potential! To learn more about Samuel, donate to his grant fund or share his information, please visit his profile at Reece's Rainbow.
5. Meet Claire. Claire is a beautiful 7 year-old girl! Her caregivers describe her as sociable and smart. She is another child who has waited too long for a family to call her own. Could you be Claire's family? To learn more about Claire, donate to her grant fund or share her information, please visit her profile at Reece's Rainbow.
6. Meet Kolya. Kolya is another child who absolutely radiates joy. I love the description from his caregiver: "Kolya is a special child in every sense. He will never be like the other children but this does not negate his ability to enjoy the outside world and bring joy to others." Kolya is already 11 years-old! This little boy needs a family NOW! To learn more about Kolya, donate to his grant fund or share his information, please visit his profile at Reece's Rainbow.
7. Meet Saul. Look at that sweet smile and adorable dimple! Saul is doing SO well; walking, talking and eating independently. He is also blessed to be living with a foster family (rather than in an orphanage) in his birth country. Saul will soon celebrate his 4th birthday. Why not give him something more to celebrate. . . a loving, committed family! To learn more about Saul, donate to his grant fund or share his information, please visit his profile on Reece's Rainbow.
8. Meet Spencer. Spencer just turned 5 years-old in July and is facing institutionalization. As his profile states, he should be getting ready for kindergarten, not the mental institution. Could YOU be the family that saves sweet Spencer from this fate? Spencer currently has a $5000 grant towards his adoption. To learn more about Spencer, donate to his grant fund or share his information, please visit his profile at Reece's Rainbow.
9. Meet Meredith. Isn't she beautiful!? Meredith is another child who has been waiting for a family for a very long time. She just turned 5 years-old and, according to her report, is doing remarkably well. Meredith currently has a $5600 grant towards her adoption. To learn more about Meredith, donate to her grant fund or share her information, please visit her profile at Reece's Rainbow.
10. Meet Lizzy. This precious BABY just turned a year old. Who wouldn't want to snuggle this sweet angel and bask in her joy! Miss Lizzy has at $1700 grant towards her adoption. To learn more about Lizzy, donate to her grant fund or share her information, please visit her profile at Reece's Rainbow.
And while we are advocating for orphans with Down syndrome, please don't forget about Morgan and Bridget!
All of these children are in desperate need of loving families. By making a donation to their grant funds or simply clicking the "share" button in their profiles, you can help make that happen (and be entered to win a KINDLE FIRE and $100 Amazon gift card in our Adoption Awareness Giveaway)!
Over the past four years we have had the privilege of getting to know many individuals and families whose lives have been blessed, enhanced and enriched by that extra chromosome. We are excited to finally experience that joy and blessing firsthand.
Tonight I would like to share with you the profiles of 10 waiting children with Down syndrome because, as Reece's Rainbow states (and we emphatically agree), "every family deserves the blessing of a child with Down syndrome."
1. Meet Sophie. Is she not the most adorable little girl you have ever seen!? Miss Sophie is in desperate need of a family. Could that family be YOU? To learn more about Sophie, donate to her grant fund or share her information, please visit her profile at Reece's Rainbow.
2. Meet Alexander. This precious little boy has had my heart since the first time I laid eyes on him. His smile just fills me with light. In addition to Down syndrome, Alexander also struggles with epilepsy. He will be 5 years-old in February and it is only a matter of time before he is sentenced to an institution. Alexander currently has a $7000 grant towards his adoption. Where is his mama?? To learn more about Alexander, donate to his grant fund or share his information, please visit his profile at Reece's Rainbow.
3. Meet Artem. This sweet boy has been waiting for his family for far too long. Year after year I have watched as other children have found their families, yet, Artem has always remained. I am praying that will not be the case much longer. Artem currently has a $16,500 grant towards his adoption! $16,500!!! Could YOU be Artem's family!? To learn more about Artem, donate to his grant fund or share his information, please visit his profile at Reece's Rainbow.
4. Meet Samuel. Samuel is another little boy who has been waiting for his family for far too long. Samuel was listed on Reece's Rainbow shortly before we committed to Alayna and Lily in the Fall of 2009. In the two years that he has been listed he hasn't received a single donation to his grant fund and very few people have inquired about him. This precious boy has been living without the love of a family for 8.5 years! He desperately needs a mama to smother him in love and kisses and to help him meet his full potential! To learn more about Samuel, donate to his grant fund or share his information, please visit his profile at Reece's Rainbow.
5. Meet Claire. Claire is a beautiful 7 year-old girl! Her caregivers describe her as sociable and smart. She is another child who has waited too long for a family to call her own. Could you be Claire's family? To learn more about Claire, donate to her grant fund or share her information, please visit her profile at Reece's Rainbow.
6. Meet Kolya. Kolya is another child who absolutely radiates joy. I love the description from his caregiver: "Kolya is a special child in every sense. He will never be like the other children but this does not negate his ability to enjoy the outside world and bring joy to others." Kolya is already 11 years-old! This little boy needs a family NOW! To learn more about Kolya, donate to his grant fund or share his information, please visit his profile at Reece's Rainbow.
7. Meet Saul. Look at that sweet smile and adorable dimple! Saul is doing SO well; walking, talking and eating independently. He is also blessed to be living with a foster family (rather than in an orphanage) in his birth country. Saul will soon celebrate his 4th birthday. Why not give him something more to celebrate. . . a loving, committed family! To learn more about Saul, donate to his grant fund or share his information, please visit his profile on Reece's Rainbow.
8. Meet Spencer. Spencer just turned 5 years-old in July and is facing institutionalization. As his profile states, he should be getting ready for kindergarten, not the mental institution. Could YOU be the family that saves sweet Spencer from this fate? Spencer currently has a $5000 grant towards his adoption. To learn more about Spencer, donate to his grant fund or share his information, please visit his profile at Reece's Rainbow.
9. Meet Meredith. Isn't she beautiful!? Meredith is another child who has been waiting for a family for a very long time. She just turned 5 years-old and, according to her report, is doing remarkably well. Meredith currently has a $5600 grant towards her adoption. To learn more about Meredith, donate to her grant fund or share her information, please visit her profile at Reece's Rainbow.
10. Meet Lizzy. This precious BABY just turned a year old. Who wouldn't want to snuggle this sweet angel and bask in her joy! Miss Lizzy has at $1700 grant towards her adoption. To learn more about Lizzy, donate to her grant fund or share her information, please visit her profile at Reece's Rainbow.
And while we are advocating for orphans with Down syndrome, please don't forget about Morgan and Bridget!All of these children are in desperate need of loving families. By making a donation to their grant funds or simply clicking the "share" button in their profiles, you can help make that happen (and be entered to win a KINDLE FIRE and $100 Amazon gift card in our Adoption Awareness Giveaway)!
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