This past week has been quite a change from our normal pace.
On Saturday, we got 5 new children—1 girl and 4 boys. This new little ones are
4 and 5 years old and are much younger than our other kids. It’s been a
transition for the new kids, the old kids, and the staff. We’re very thankful,
though, for how all of the kids are adjusting and adapting. Some of our younger
boys are surprising us with the care and responsibility they have developed for
the new little ones. I think the transition has been a good wake-up call for
some of the boys.
Our new little ones have quite the personalities. Of course,
they are still adjusting to the 50 other kids here, so when all of the kids are
home from school, the little ones are quite reserved. When only the 5 little ones
are home, however, their personalities definitely come out. They are not all
shy little ones. Neema, our little girl, is quite the ringleader. She has
joined her sister here at Tumaini, so that’s special for both of them. Before
the little kids came, Neema warned all of the little boys that they would have
to listen to Jasmine, Neema’s sister, once they arrived at Tumaini since
Jasmine is the boss. While Jasmine may like to think she is the boss, she
definitely is not!
Jacobo is our quiet, reserved little one. We’ve discovered
that he is quite ticklish, so a little tickle brings out quite the giggle.
Kelvin is a fun package of energy. He also has quite a charming personality and
is up for cuddles when he sees us. Joseph can be quite a handful. He loves to
climb and play. He especially enjoys chasing after our chickens. He’s working
on obeying and listening when we call him. Anthony is in between the two
extremes. Sometimes he can be really calm, other times, not so much!
We’re so thankful for these new little ones God has given
us. Please pray for wisdom as we seek to raise them for God’s glory!
