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My thoughts are with you at this special time!

MSC archived stories - November 25, 2017

Just sent my greetings for the children along with some memorable moments of our journey this year – my first ever attempt to be poetic 

 

As the Christmas season upon us…

I recall fond memories of my CI family

Having big dreams for Estephanie with natural talents

Giving Saira an education is the greatest feeling ever

Loving to give Katerin even more and more

Wanting to fulfil Adela's dream to be a vet

Seen Ana's most caring nature and ambitious future

Wonder of Mairani the world has ever seen

Watching Juliana's growth very carefully

Each one of you is so unique to me

And I love these CI royalties dearly

A safe and merry Christmas and the happiest ever New Year!

Chelaka

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  1. chelaka16 March 2025 at 14:37

    Chelaka, I love your poem as you highlight each of your sponsored children and their special attributes, hopes and dreams...very sweet!

    November 26, 2017

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  2. chelaka16 March 2025 at 14:37

    Beautiful poem! And amazing photos of your children. Thanks

    November 26, 2017

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  3. chelaka16 March 2025 at 14:38

    It's a beautiful and inspiring way of expressing the feelings accumulated in your heart the past year and at the same time describing how you see each child individually.

    November 26, 2017

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