It's seems like everywhere is already buzzing with anticipation of the upcoming holidays.
Personally, I'm horrible for it.
As soon as Remembrance Day (November 11th here in Canada) has passed outcome the Christmas Cd's, decorations, and holiday traditions.
Some traditions hold a special place in my heart through their power to connect: past to present, generation to generation, people near and far.
As a shy, little introvert I spent a lot of time feeling disconnected as a child and I adored the holidays that allowed me to look at a world where connection seemed a little easier and hope seemed a little more commonly anticipated.
This year, one of my favourite traditions is looking to bring some hope and connection to 100 very special children who are in desperate need of both.
As of November 1st the Miracles of Adoption Christmas Capaign (formerly known as Angel Tree) has officially begun for the 2016 Christmas season.
For the next two months, 100 orphans with special needs will be shared, advocated for, funds raised for their ransom, and maybe with the hope of Christmas miracles have some find families who are willing to start the journey of bringing their son or daughter home.
2016 is my third year advocating for one of these precious kiddo's.
Sadly, Tara aged out this year and is now ineligible for adoption according to the rules in her country. Tarsha still waits with a grant of over $3000. Although not part of this year's campaign Tarsha is still equally in need of a family and may pop up from time to time along with this year's very special kiddo.
But first an explanation. When it comes to MACC or Angel Tree, I was notorious for signing up late. As in, look up at the calendar realize sign ups end the next day and frantically go to see who's left. As a result, one very special little girl who has been on my heart for years was never eligible for the campaign. This year, along with the name change, all children on Reece's Rainbow - regardless of diagnosis, this meant that after so long in the shadows, it's finally time for this little girl to shine.
I'm so excited to introduce you to my kiddo for MACC. Ginny.
As a shy, little introvert I spent a lot of time feeling disconnected as a child and I adored the holidays that allowed me to look at a world where connection seemed a little easier and hope seemed a little more commonly anticipated.
This year, one of my favourite traditions is looking to bring some hope and connection to 100 very special children who are in desperate need of both.
As of November 1st the Miracles of Adoption Christmas Capaign (formerly known as Angel Tree) has officially begun for the 2016 Christmas season.
For the next two months, 100 orphans with special needs will be shared, advocated for, funds raised for their ransom, and maybe with the hope of Christmas miracles have some find families who are willing to start the journey of bringing their son or daughter home.
2016 is my third year advocating for one of these precious kiddo's.
Sadly, Tara aged out this year and is now ineligible for adoption according to the rules in her country. Tarsha still waits with a grant of over $3000. Although not part of this year's campaign Tarsha is still equally in need of a family and may pop up from time to time along with this year's very special kiddo.
But first an explanation. When it comes to MACC or Angel Tree, I was notorious for signing up late. As in, look up at the calendar realize sign ups end the next day and frantically go to see who's left. As a result, one very special little girl who has been on my heart for years was never eligible for the campaign. This year, along with the name change, all children on Reece's Rainbow - regardless of diagnosis, this meant that after so long in the shadows, it's finally time for this little girl to shine.
I'm so excited to introduce you to my kiddo for MACC. Ginny.
Ginny
I'll be honest, despite holding my attention for so long, very little is known about this precious little girl. This is the only picture I can remember beside her name. Her description has never wavered from a year of birth and her list of diagnoses. This precious little girl is so much more than a dated picture and a list of medical terms that could be, at first glance, be frightening. She's worth fighting for, sharing, shouting out from the rooftops for, and raising a ransom for. She deserves the title of daughter and the chance to be in a family.
Please, take a minute to explore this year's MACC, look at the faces of these kids, each with their own story and so deserving of being seen. Take a minute and share their story, share the campaign, donate some dollars to their grants, pray, and come back periodically to see the difference a few small actions in one very special tradition can make when we all come together.
I'll be honest, despite holding my attention for so long, very little is known about this precious little girl. This is the only picture I can remember beside her name. Her description has never wavered from a year of birth and her list of diagnoses. This precious little girl is so much more than a dated picture and a list of medical terms that could be, at first glance, be frightening. She's worth fighting for, sharing, shouting out from the rooftops for, and raising a ransom for. She deserves the title of daughter and the chance to be in a family.
Please, take a minute to explore this year's MACC, look at the faces of these kids, each with their own story and so deserving of being seen. Take a minute and share their story, share the campaign, donate some dollars to their grants, pray, and come back periodically to see the difference a few small actions in one very special tradition can make when we all come together.
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