Comments on: Meeting Sarath

By: Vicki Small

Vicki Small — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:44:14 +0000

Tracy, with three trips to the Dominican Republic under my belt, I can assure you that hugs are most welcome, there! So are stickers, by the way, and having their photos taken–with you, with your kids, with their siblings and friends, etc. But don’t feel as if you need to hold back on hugs; if you are at a project, you may have some of the kids coming back for more…and more!

By: Tracy Jentzsch

Tracy Jentzsch — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 02:13:51 +0000

I loved reading your story. We leave in two days for the Dominican Republic, where we will travel to meet our sponsor child. We are taking our three children as well. We are all so excited, but nervous. I shared your story with my kids, and now they are asking lots of questions about things like hugs! Hopefully we will have a wonderful experience like you did! Be blessed.

By: Sandra

Sandra — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 18:54:44 +0000

Thanks Amber for sharing your story along with some pictures.
It really touched my heart and I hope that some year I will be able to visit our sponsored children.I pray that we are making a different in their lives and that their lives will be fulled with hope. You really encourage me that it is and will.
Thanks again.

By: Sam P.F Chennai

Sam P.F Chennai — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 04:16:37 +0000

Amber, I am really exicted to hear your story on Sarah. I praise God for making it a blessing for you to be here in India.
I trust this will be a great encouragement and motivation for many sponsors to meet their sponsored children.

By: groovyoldlady

groovyoldlady — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 20:32:33 +0000

Our Pinky is in India as well. I’ve wondered if she even cares about the pictures or letters I send. (Not that I intend to stop sending them!) She is quite young, so I rarely hear from her and in the photo I have of her she looks so stern. What a blessing to hear how your sponsored child cherishes your relationship. You’ve encouraged me!

By: Heather

Heather — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 19:45:15 +0000

Wow!! What an amazing experience!! I would love to meet my sponsored children someday. Don’t feel bad though Amber-I’m terrified of children!! I can handle almost anything but small children..:)
I loved this post. I love India so I read all of these I can!

By: Amber Van Schooneveld

Amber Van Schooneveld — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 02:19:22 +0000

Thanks for all your comments!
Little i, it was taken in front of his neighbor’s house, not his own. Many of the homes had these drawings in front of them for the holiday. Very beautiful!

By: Lukewarm

Lukewarm — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 01:55:34 +0000

Amazing. A true blessing indeed. I hope to meet my sponsored child in India as well one day.

Also, I believe I saw a video of you and Sarath on the Compassion youtube channel.

Wonderful.

By: little i

little i — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 01:15:45 +0000

What a sweet story!

I have to ask: was the sidewalk drawing in your photo drawn by Sarath? Whoever did it is very talented!

By: Lindy

Lindy — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 23:50:38 +0000

Amber, What a joy it was to meet your sponsored boy and his family! Thanks for letting us have a peek into your day!