Today was an incredible day for Kete and I. Our day at Baan Kingkaew started at 9am with no expectations but to help the staff with their Anniversary preparations. We moved tables and benches off the pavilion where the children eat and then scrubbed the pavilion down with large pushable scrub brushes. By 10:30am we were done and were preparing to leave when Tom the volunteer supervisor asked us to stay and play with the children. I thought not knowing Thai would make it difficult for the kids to get used to us then if we knew their native language. Luckily I was mistaken. Although there is a language barrier between us and the kids, love is something that we all share the same. At first it took a little bit for them to warm up to us but the minute one came through the rest followed. They are precious little kids. All they want is love and attention. They were afraid of our dreadlocks at first but then were mesmerized by them. Pulling on them then running away then pulling and running away. We then played on the swings, flew them around like superman and made faces with them. It was an amazing experience to be able to go into the orphanage and add smiles to the childrens faces. We definitely look forward to each day we have with them and hope to build a lasting relationship with the staff. The photos were taken by May.
We then ate dinner at this great restaurant were Kete was able to put down some nice spicy curry. Our friend Scott met up and brought us to an art gallery that his friend was singing at. The multiple musicians added a great close to the perfect day. Kete and I also rented a this nice lime green scooter to get around Chiang Mai. I swear it's a blessing I have Ganesh on my wrist because tonight I almost hit his cousin. How many people can say they almost hit an elephant on the way to their guest house.
Well after that we'll call it a night
Love is Life
Steve & Kete
4 comments:
That is such a beautifully sweet photo of Kete and the baby!
HI Sweets,
I just wanted to let you know how proud I am to say you are my friend! You are amazing and only inspire me with your love and incredible giving spirit!
Are you able to take more photo's of the children and where they live?
Love you & stay safe
Alecia
aren't there elephant crossing signs? sounds a lot like an incident you had with a bicyclist in davis. HA!
you are both amazing (driving skills aside).
are there specific things that the orphanage is in need of that we should organize "drives" for? those children look like they need some more hugs....too bad we can't send those in the mail.
blessings on you both. be safe and well.
peace love and respect.
~libs
I love these photos yo... it looks like you guys are really entering a world with these kids, and it's beautiful and you are going to provide so much for eachother! And Kete looks so beautiful holding that little baby (the baby is pretty cute too).
Word and peace!
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