November 08 Return to Batu Aji

I did it! I went by myself, with all four kids, not only back to Indonesia, but also to the Children's Home in Baut Aji (See Project Anakawan post). Ok so I had help from a friend who hooked me up with the driver/translator and Steve made some phone calls so I could breeze through customs...but hey I still did it and for those of you who have known me for years recognize the awesomeness of this. Ok anyway this isn't about me. The kids and I ventured back to visit the kids and Ibu (mom) at the Batam Children's Home. We really had no intentions other than to continue growing our relationship with the kids. Since I can't do much more than play UNO with my limited Indonesian, I decided to take a craft project. We took the makings for tamborines. The kids and I showed them how to make these tamborines and then they used their new creations to put on a "recital/dance show" for us. Music is truly universal (as are smiles which we shared many of). I loved helping Ibu phonetically learn how to sing Oh Holy Night in English. She and I can't say much to each other in words, but I am in awe of her love for all of these kids. We left feeling so good and so much closer to these wonderful people. We can't wait for our next visit.