Reese's Rainbow

This is the time of year when we ask; how can we give abundantly?
I believe one way is by joining with family, friends and strangers that have the information to move forward, and give gifts that will make a world of difference in so many lives.
My friend Krista has signed up to be a Reese's Rainbow Christmas Warrior. Reese's Rainbow promotes the international adoption of children with Down syndrome. Krista has a precious little daughter with down syndrome, Ella. Please take the time to read the beautiful story of Ella, on her blog, One Beautiful Life.
Krista is an amazing advocate for these precious children. I would love to support Krista in her effort to raise some funds for Bennett. By raising money to offer adoption grants on waiting children, Reese's Rainbow is able to give adoptive families the extra financial help they need to bring a child with Down syndrome home from a miserable existence in overseas orphanages and institutions. Having worked with People with disabilities for most of my adult life, this is a cause that is close to my heart as well.
Click on the link below to read about this precious Bennett. You will read about what life is like for him as an orphan, who lives with down syndrome in Ukraine, and where he is headed. While you are visiting her blog, please notice big buttons on the right side, that will also provide you with a lot more information.
Giving abundantly even when we have only little. Though we have hope, when others do not. Small donations all add up tremendously. Krista has committed to raise $1000 before Christmas, but together, we can raise even more than $1000 and unite Bennett with his forever family soon. Thank you for reading and considering this. Wishing you all a festive season of Hope!

Bennett's Profile on Reeses's Rainbow

Craft Hope for Haiti

There is no doubt that Haiti has been on everyone's mind in the last couple of days. We all want to do something and yet, it feels like there is so little we can do. We have a boy that we sponsor in Haiti through Compassion Canada. As far as we know, where he lives was not affected by the earthquake as much. But the country as a whole is in such a devastating state. They need us. I wish I could just hop on a plane go do something to help. Deliver water, look for survivors, clean the wounds. Whatever it takes. But I am so far away and prayers seems to be the only things I can offer at this point, although I believe prayer is a powerful thing.....I want to do something more practical!

I found out about Craft Hope today and I was excited. I know that I can just donate some money, but for me, donating something that was made with my own two hands feels like I am involved in the process more personally.....so I decided to take part in it. The way it works is this. Anyone can donate a handmade item to be listed on the Craft Hope Etsy Shop they have set up. All proceeds (100%!!!) will go to Doctors Without Borders to go to Haiti.

The zipper pouch above is what I am donating. I just finished sending the information and photos to the person in charge. Just waiting for it to get listed and hoping that someone will buy it. If you are a crafty type, would you consider joining me by donating something you made to Craft Hope?

Update: It's been sold! Thank you!!

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