Just beautiful . . .

This picture is beautiful. 
 
I love how this mother is lovingly kissing her son as if saying, I will never abandon you. I will always be here. You are special to me.

I love how this precious boy is gladly receiving her kisses and love. He not only receives it, but he is giggling. He is thoroughly enjoying this. He knows she loves him, and he in respond, loves her.

This week, is mother's day in Nicaragua. Holidays are usually BIG in Nicaragua, but Mother's Day is one of those that is highlighted the most. So, in Tesoros de Dios(where I work) we have been celebrating mother's day since last week. :)

For this particular picture, one of the groups of students sang a song to the mothers, told their mothers "I love you," gave them some arts-and-crafts, and ended with them giving them a hug and kiss.

Let me share a little background:
One of the requirements for a child to be in Tesoros, is for an adult to accompany the child in the therapy process (and at times education) so that at least someone in the house may know how to do the same therapy strategy in their homes, and the child may progress.

I would say that 85% - 90% of the adults that come with the children are the mothers. Some of the mothers carry their child that is heavier than them because they don't have a wheelchair or the buses are not made for wheelchairs to fit (only a few out of the 80 children have a vehicle). But that does not stop them. The fact that they may be single mothers, or that they do not have finances, or that their child looks and acts weird does not stop them at all. They strive and live for their son/daughter to reach the full potential God has made them to be. Because they know their child is special, wonderful, God's handiwork.

These mothers portray strength, patience, sacrifice, and love that comes only from the Lord.

It is beautiful.

My praise to the Lord is that these children have mothers that love them in a sacrificial way. My prayer is that more and more orphans around the world may experience the love of a mother somehow. Every child deserves to be kissed like this little boy. Every child deserves to giggle as they are kissed.

Thank you Father for allowing me to celebrate with those children that can be thankful for the love of a mother. Please provide maternal love to every orphan in Nicaragua, India, Haiti, and everywhere.