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The Importance of Celebrations
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Celebrations are an important part of childhood. Celebrations build family memories. The children at Semillas de Amor do not have “typical families”. The children are part of a large family, 25 brothers and sisters. Sometimes being one of 25 can be overwhelming and a child’s identity gets lost amongst the group. We work very hard to make sure that does not happen and that each child is seen as an individual. We want to know our children’s strengths and vulnerabilities so that we can help each child achieve their full potential. Needless to say this takes a good deal of time, energy and financial support. The positive impact we make, on a daily basis, with our kids will lead them to bright futures. Our goal is to break the cycle of poverty that the vast majority of children in Guatemala suffer. Healthy food, quality education, stimulation, critical thinking, fresh air, freedom, physical activities, consistent rules, love and celebrating our children will lead our kids away from poverty and despair, having too many children, who will also live in poverty, and into a future of opportunities and choices.
School is in Session!
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School is in session, oh wait, school is always in session at Semillas de Amor. However, mid January started the new school year in Guatemala. At Semillas the kids go to school year round, from 8am to 4PM, other than academics, the kids take swimming, music and art lessons. They have a very busy schedule and are eager learners.
This photo is of a school in rural Guatemalaand not at Semillas de Amor.
A Visit from Carlos Peña
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In October, 2011 at our fundraiser in Northern California we were fortunate enough to have Latin American Idol Winner, and Guatemalan, Carlos Peña sing for us. We have come full circle and this Christmas, while Carlos was home visiting his family in Guatemala, he came to visit Semillas de Amor and sing with our kids. As you can see it was quite a treat for all of us and our kids were so excited to show Carlos every inch of the children’s home.
If you click on the photo, below, with Carlos and the kids it will take you to the video of Carlos singing Luna de Xelaju with our kids. Below the video is a slideshow of photos of the kids with Carlos and his family.