Beautiful Anton's adoption grant is growing !!!!!!!
As of today his Reese's Rainbow grant has grown to $10,615!!!!!!!!!!!
Woohoo!!!!!!!!!!!!
So keep spreading the word !!!!
Stepping Back In.
8 years ago
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Friday, February 18, 2011
A little of this and a little of that!
First, off I would like to thank everyone who donated $5.oo to little Anton on Reese's Rainbow! Anton's adoption grant went from the $200 range to almost $7500!!! WooHoo!!!!!!!! Still a way to go in terms of the cost of international adoption but I have a few more ideas for this sweet Russian angels fundraiser!
Next, I am going to start with a little update on both Ava and Pei!
Ava
Many of you know that when we arrived home with Ava she was globally delayed. She spent the first half of her life in a hospital waiting for a bed at the orphanage. Her life mirrored Antons in many ways. That is why his situation weighs very heavy on this mommas heart. To say that Ava progress has surpassed every expectation that we had for her in a understatement! Her only delay is articulation but she is moving right along in that area as well. Ava loves to dress up ,sing songs and dance ! This once shy ,scared ,tiny baby is now blossomed into a beautiful, confident,outgoing little girl! We are so proud of the little girl that she has become!
Pei
Pei has been home now for 6 months! Wow the time has really just blown by. It seems like just yesterday I was in China picking up a really confused little girl. She has also just blossomed! I would love to take all of the credit for that but I have to say what a difference her foster family made! They have truly made my job so much easier! She has been through so much change but is embracing her life her with us.I am so proud of her ability to let go of her fears and love us as her own!
Ava and Pei each have such different personalities. They each bring a good mix to the relationship! One thing is for sure these girls have become inseparable! They have a normal sibling relationship where they fight sometimes but if you could just hear the giggles ! You know the kind that just makes you stop and smile :)
They are sisters in every sense of the word.
And share one common denominator ... the ability to love like no other!
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Can you help??????
If you had a chance today to be part of something that is so extraordinary but yet it would not take much effort on your part would you? What if I told you this small effort could save a child's life ?
All that is needed is five dollars and five minutes .
Please read his story below:
This is what a woman who has been advocating for him wrote a few months ago:
"During this week my friend from a non-profit foundation caring for orphans in Russia (www.otkazniki.ru) has told me a story about a baby boy abounded by his surrogate and biological parents in Russia. His name is Anton A. He was born on the 16th of January, 2010 from a surrogate mother hired through agency by a wealthy couple. Twins were born. Anton’s healthy brother was picked up by a nanny (sent by a private jet), but Anton was not so lucky… He was rejected and left in one of the Moscow hospitals. The personnel of the hospital did not know how to treat him because no one could diagnose his disease. Besides his symptoms he was underweight; he has also suffered multiple pneumonias and was bandaged with general application gauzes. Pain management was minimal. His doctor has admitted later that she does not understand how he survived during first months of his life.
But Anton is a fighter: despite it all he was alive when our curator has found him. He even smiled at every adult who would show him any affection. When we found him, he had never been outside of his room and did not see a single toy. The foundation called a pediatrician, recommended by Debra International, who diagnosed him with EB and we collected some money to hire a nurse (the hospital’s staffing is one nurse per twenty kids).
He cannot, however, stay in hospitals forever. After some time he must go back to the orphanage to which he is assigned. He will not survive the transition because no one could possibly change his bandages and treat his wounds the way it should be treated on the regular basis in any Russian orphanage. The only way for him to live is to find a loving family.More about him: he is blond with green eyes and has a very calm and cheerful disposition. He was diagnosed with RDEB in Russia. He is a very curious little boy, very alert, but lucking attention… There was an article in the main Russian newspaper about Anton and we are planning a short video clip on the leading television channel in order to collect money for his future family. His web-page is almost complete and donations would be accepted. The financial side of the adoption and even a big portion of monthly medical fees will be covered by the foundation “Gift of Life” and by DEBRA. The adoption agencies representing Anton are doing their work pro-bono."UPDATE: Anton spent a few months in a very nice hospital where he received care from a personal nanny, had toys for stimulation, and had proper wound care supplies. However, the organization helping him just found out that he will soon be moved back to his orphanage, where he likely will not survive. He has a site called helpanton.org where you can read more about him and donate as well. Anton is such a sweet little boy, who deserves a loving family! There is also a facebook group called "Help Anton" where you can read lots of updates from the past couple months
Anton is living in the same region in Russia that my sweet daughter, Ava, is from . I have seen the conditions in the orphanages there . When he is transferred from the hospital to the orphanage, death is a real possibility for precious little Anton. Anton's best chance at survival is to be adopted .
Anton is currently listed as a waiting child on Reese's Rainbow. This is a wonderful organization that helps spotlight children with special medical needs and sets them up to receive adoption grants. Anton is set up to receive money towards his adoption. This grant will help a family step forward that maybe has the love to give this child but not the money to complete his adoption fees.
So it is simple .
1. Go here http://reecesrainbow.org/anton-15aac .At the bottom of his story is a button for donation's. Click and donated $5.00. (You will receive a receipt for your taxes)
2. Now, forward this post to all in your email contact list. Help spread the word about this precious little boy and be a part of something really big today!
Five dollars is not much but I figure if everyone that reads this sends $5.00 and then forwards this on , Anton could have an adoption grant to cover all of his fees in less than a week! And have a chance at life.
Do not ever underestimate the power of one person. Together we can save little Anton's life!!!
Have a wonderful day!
All that is needed is five dollars and five minutes .
Please read his story below:
This is what a woman who has been advocating for him wrote a few months ago:
"During this week my friend from a non-profit foundation caring for orphans in Russia (www.otkazniki.ru) has told me a story about a baby boy abounded by his surrogate and biological parents in Russia. His name is Anton A. He was born on the 16th of January, 2010 from a surrogate mother hired through agency by a wealthy couple. Twins were born. Anton’s healthy brother was picked up by a nanny (sent by a private jet), but Anton was not so lucky… He was rejected and left in one of the Moscow hospitals. The personnel of the hospital did not know how to treat him because no one could diagnose his disease. Besides his symptoms he was underweight; he has also suffered multiple pneumonias and was bandaged with general application gauzes. Pain management was minimal. His doctor has admitted later that she does not understand how he survived during first months of his life.
But Anton is a fighter: despite it all he was alive when our curator has found him. He even smiled at every adult who would show him any affection. When we found him, he had never been outside of his room and did not see a single toy. The foundation called a pediatrician, recommended by Debra International, who diagnosed him with EB and we collected some money to hire a nurse (the hospital’s staffing is one nurse per twenty kids).
He cannot, however, stay in hospitals forever. After some time he must go back to the orphanage to which he is assigned. He will not survive the transition because no one could possibly change his bandages and treat his wounds the way it should be treated on the regular basis in any Russian orphanage. The only way for him to live is to find a loving family.More about him: he is blond with green eyes and has a very calm and cheerful disposition. He was diagnosed with RDEB in Russia. He is a very curious little boy, very alert, but lucking attention… There was an article in the main Russian newspaper about Anton and we are planning a short video clip on the leading television channel in order to collect money for his future family. His web-page is almost complete and donations would be accepted. The financial side of the adoption and even a big portion of monthly medical fees will be covered by the foundation “Gift of Life” and by DEBRA. The adoption agencies representing Anton are doing their work pro-bono."UPDATE: Anton spent a few months in a very nice hospital where he received care from a personal nanny, had toys for stimulation, and had proper wound care supplies. However, the organization helping him just found out that he will soon be moved back to his orphanage, where he likely will not survive. He has a site called helpanton.org where you can read more about him and donate as well. Anton is such a sweet little boy, who deserves a loving family! There is also a facebook group called "Help Anton" where you can read lots of updates from the past couple months
Anton is living in the same region in Russia that my sweet daughter, Ava, is from . I have seen the conditions in the orphanages there . When he is transferred from the hospital to the orphanage, death is a real possibility for precious little Anton. Anton's best chance at survival is to be adopted .
Anton is currently listed as a waiting child on Reese's Rainbow. This is a wonderful organization that helps spotlight children with special medical needs and sets them up to receive adoption grants. Anton is set up to receive money towards his adoption. This grant will help a family step forward that maybe has the love to give this child but not the money to complete his adoption fees.
So it is simple .
1. Go here http://reecesrainbow.org/anton-15aac .At the bottom of his story is a button for donation's. Click and donated $5.00. (You will receive a receipt for your taxes)
2. Now, forward this post to all in your email contact list. Help spread the word about this precious little boy and be a part of something really big today!
Five dollars is not much but I figure if everyone that reads this sends $5.00 and then forwards this on , Anton could have an adoption grant to cover all of his fees in less than a week! And have a chance at life.
Do not ever underestimate the power of one person. Together we can save little Anton's life!!!
Have a wonderful day!
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Look who is the latest Reese's Rainbow Angel !!!!
http://reecesrainbow.org/category/waitingchildren/other-angel-boys
You guessed it ...Anton!
Now he is set up and ready for donations towards his adoption!
So dig into your pocket and go give a donation towards saving his life. Even $5.00 could make a big difference to this little angel finding his forever family!
What is $ 5.00 to us , skipping a Starbucks treat or maybe not driving through McDonald's! Now just imagine that one simple sacrifice could save a sweet babies life.
Do not ever underestimate the power of one person! So click on the link and be part of something really big today!
I already did!
You guessed it ...Anton!
Now he is set up and ready for donations towards his adoption!
So dig into your pocket and go give a donation towards saving his life. Even $5.00 could make a big difference to this little angel finding his forever family!
What is $ 5.00 to us , skipping a Starbucks treat or maybe not driving through McDonald's! Now just imagine that one simple sacrifice could save a sweet babies life.
Do not ever underestimate the power of one person! So click on the link and be part of something really big today!
I already did!
Monday, February 7, 2011
The sweetest bundle of blue!
Below is a story about a sweet little guy named Anton. Please pass the word on about this sweet little guy. He is from Moscow Region. This photo is taken straight from the database of orphan children in Russia. Despite the pain that he is in a has the sweetest smile . Here is what has been written about him:"During this week my friend from a non-profit foundation caring for orphans in Russia (http://www.otkazniki.ru/) has told me a story about a baby boy abounded by his surrogate and biological parents in Russia. His name is Anton A. He was born on the 16th of January, 2010 from a surrogate mother hired through agency by a wealthy couple. Twins were born. Anton’s healthy brother was picked up by a nanny (sent by a private jet), but Anton was not so lucky… He was rejected and left in one of the Moscow hospitals. The personnel of the hospital did not know how to treat him because no one could diagnose his disease. Besides his symptoms he was underweight; he has also suffered multiple pneumonias and was bandaged with general application gauzes. Pain management was minimal. His doctor has admitted later that she does not understand how he survived during first months of his life.
But Anton is a fighter: despite it all he was alive when our curator has found him. He even smiled at every adult who would show him any affection. When we found him, he had never been outside of his room and did not see a single toy. The foundation called a pediatrician, recommended by Debra International, who diagnosed him with EB and we collected some money to hire a nurse (the hospital’s staffing is one nurse per twenty kids).
He cannot, however, stay in hospitals forever. After some time he must go back to the orphanage to which he is assigned. He will not survive the transition because no one could possibly change his bandages and treat his wounds the way it should be treated on the regular basis in any Russian orphanage. The only way for him to live is to find a loving family.More about him: he is blond with green eyes and has a very calm and cheerful disposition. He was diagnosed with RDEB in Russia. He is a very curious little boy, very alert, but lucking attention… There was an article in the main Russian newspaper about Anton and we are planning a short video clip on the leading television channel in order to collect money for his future family. His web-page is almost complete and donations would be accepted. The financial side of the adoption and even a big portion of monthly medical fees will be covered by the foundation “Gift of Life” and by DEBRA. The adoption agencies representing Anton are doing their work pro-bono."UPDATE: Anton spent a few months in a very nice hospital where he received care from a personal nanny, had toys for stimulation, and had proper wound care supplies. However, the organization helping him just found out that he will soon be moved back to his orphanage, where he likely will not survive. He has a site called helpanton.org where you can read more about him and donate as well. Anton is such a sweet little boy, who deserves a loving family! There is also a facebook group called "Help Anton" where you can read lots of updates from the past couple months
But Anton is a fighter: despite it all he was alive when our curator has found him. He even smiled at every adult who would show him any affection. When we found him, he had never been outside of his room and did not see a single toy. The foundation called a pediatrician, recommended by Debra International, who diagnosed him with EB and we collected some money to hire a nurse (the hospital’s staffing is one nurse per twenty kids).
He cannot, however, stay in hospitals forever. After some time he must go back to the orphanage to which he is assigned. He will not survive the transition because no one could possibly change his bandages and treat his wounds the way it should be treated on the regular basis in any Russian orphanage. The only way for him to live is to find a loving family.More about him: he is blond with green eyes and has a very calm and cheerful disposition. He was diagnosed with RDEB in Russia. He is a very curious little boy, very alert, but lucking attention… There was an article in the main Russian newspaper about Anton and we are planning a short video clip on the leading television channel in order to collect money for his future family. His web-page is almost complete and donations would be accepted. The financial side of the adoption and even a big portion of monthly medical fees will be covered by the foundation “Gift of Life” and by DEBRA. The adoption agencies representing Anton are doing their work pro-bono."UPDATE: Anton spent a few months in a very nice hospital where he received care from a personal nanny, had toys for stimulation, and had proper wound care supplies. However, the organization helping him just found out that he will soon be moved back to his orphanage, where he likely will not survive. He has a site called helpanton.org where you can read more about him and donate as well. Anton is such a sweet little boy, who deserves a loving family! There is also a facebook group called "Help Anton" where you can read lots of updates from the past couple months
My daughter, Ava , is from the same region in Russia. My heart really aches for this little man.
Please copy and post this on your blog and help spread the word for this little man. Just maybe his forever family will find him!
I contacted Reese' Rainbow about adding them to their "other angels" for adoption page. So pray they say yes !
Anton's only chance is finding a family to love and care for him.
Here is the link to a blog of a mom that has a youtube video posted of Anton. Take a peek at this cutie!
My heart breaks for what breaks his ...does yours?
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