With tears of gratitude and joy in her eyes she welcomed us in her home/ school/ orphanage/clinic…
And shared with us her story…
26 years ago she lost her husband. She felt empty and alone and opened her home to those feeling the exact same way. Over the years she has filled her home with children, she currently has 16 children under her complete care and about 50 more who attend the school and clinic. She scrounges day in and day out to keep the project running, she charges 500 pesos a month for schooling for those student who can afford it, and only 200 pesos for those less able.
Diamaela loves every child that crosses her path, as she walked around the building she gave hugs, caring caresses and bright smiles to everyone.
This woman has the biggest heart of anyone I have ever met. She gives of herself everyday, she asks for nothing in return and strives to live her life in accordance to what she feels called to be doing.
What she didn’t tell us that day, was that it was also HER 59th birthday. For the occasion her staff, children and students surprised her with a birthday cake, songs and celebrations. You could just FEEL the love in the room, what an incredible group of people and a woman who will serve as my inspiration for years to come.
“We can do no great things, only small things with great love”- M.Teresa
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