One of my dreams has always been to volunteer in an orphanage. Those of you that know me well know that I adore little people - they bring so much light to my life and always put a smile on my face. Children are what life is all about!
I searched the computer and found an organization - Global Volunteer Network - that had a placement that interested me. I am going to Tam Ky Vietnam to volunteer in an orphanage and a school for street children.
Tam Ky is located about 1 1/2 hours south of Danang. I will fly out of Portland on February 24th, 2010 arriving in Danang on February 26th. Somewhere in there I lose a day!! I will be arriving back into Portland on April 2nd, 2010 and getting that lost day back!!!
It has been an interesting process getting to the point of departure. I feel very safe and comfortable with the folks at GVN. I think they are going to take pretty good care of me! I don't know any of the other volunteers that will be there. We are being introduced by e-mail the end of January so will get to know each other a little bit.
I know that this adventure will change my life and open up my heart. I feel blessed to be going to Tam Ky and helping people who are not as fortunate as I am. I ask for your prayers for the people I am helping and for me. It always feels better to know that there are prayers being said!!
This would not be possible without the support and love of my husband and family and friends. I know it was a little nerve-wracking for me when Dickster (my husband) went to Mexico for 2 weeks with a friend. I can't imagine what it must be like for those left behind as I go to Vietnam for 5 weeks. Thanks to modern technology we can see each other via computer, as long as I learn to use Skype. For some reason I keep putting that lesson off!!!
So, this is the first and last blog until I am heading to Vietnam. More to follow as the trip begins on February 24th.
Vick...you will be impacted for life as well as all those that you touch on this amazing journey. I look forward to following your adventure. My brother (50 yrs. young) and his wife just adoped a 2 yr old girl from China. Their trip to China and the orphanage was simply life changing. Peace Dear Friend!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad you have a blog going for your trip to Vietnam. I was wondering how we were all going to keep in touch as to how you're doing and everything. I'm so very proud of you for doing this ... I know that it's been something you've been wanting to do for a while. I hope that you have a wonderful, memorable and safe trip there and back. I can't wait to read your blogs of your adventures :) We love you!!!
ReplyDeleteGlenda shared with me that you are headed to Vietnam and I asked to have your blog address. All I can say is...Wow...you are one special lady to go out of your comfort zone and travel so many miles to share with the children of Vietnam. You will return with memories that will change your life forever. Surely there will be "diamonds" in your crown! Looking forward to hearing all about your adventure!
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