Goodbye

With all of the work on the 7th floor of the orphanage completed (except the installation of heaters), we left Jishou today. It needs some cleanup, but we were amazed with how great it turned out. We are happy that the orphans will be able to move in soon. Often teased at their regular school because they are orphans, they are very talented at art and one has even won a dancing competition in the region.

It was hard to say goodbye to our new friends. Director Peng and his staff have made us feel so honored and welcomed. He wants us to come back soon so we can do some sightseeing and visit his home. We will miss all of them greatly.

We are now at the Zhangjiajie airport awaiting our 8:30 flight to Beijing, exhausted but feeling a tremendous sense of accomplishment and fulfillment. Thanks to all who have supported us in their thoughts and prayers.

Below: Cleanup, one of the rooms, and before and after pictures of the big room and outside hallways.