January 1, 2006

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OPERATION HOPE KIDS ARRIVE HOME

The Woodbridge Family, TN (Russia)

We just wanted to thank all of you for helping us add such a wonderful child to our family. It amazes me how fast time went by. Just 6 months ago we were "only hosting" through Operation Hope, and now here we are, right before Christmas with our new son! We cannot thank you enough for bringing  Ruslan into our lives. Thank you and God bless.

THE STOVER FAMILY, VA (China) 

I am sending a picture of Avery.  She has been a blessing to us, and we hope to adopt again.  

THE DAUGHERTY FAMILY, LA (China)

 Here’s a picture of our sweet Makenzie.  She’s really grown and is more fun than ever!

THE RHODES FAMILY, TN (Russia)

Look who dropped by the office, after just coming home from Russia!  Welcome home Sasha!

SIX NASHVILLE GIRLS…

We had a wonderful trip and cannot say enough about what a blessing our CHI coordinators were. We truly wanted for nothing and felt like they had everything under control the entire trip.

THE BRIDGEMAN FAMILY, VA (China) 

 We have so much to be thankful for this year.  She has blessed our family in ways we never imagined.  My oldest came home from college this past Thursday and she yelled for him.  It made his day because he was afraid that she would not remember him from visit to visit.   My younger son is so enamored with her that he still gets teary eyed when she says “Bubba” in that special way that only she can say it.   My oldest daughter is so happy every time she looks at her.  The love that is reflected in their eyes is nothing short of miraculous.   My husband and I are so blessed to have four healthy happy children.   

CHI, thank you so much for your part in making our lives TRULY special!!!!

THE THURMOND FAMILY, TN (RUSSIA) 

Sasha's English is coming along well.  She understands most of what I say.  She can count in English a little past ten, say and recognize several color words, and recognize and say a few letters.  She has a great sense of humor.  She told me Saturday that a little boy in Target who was crying “fell down and broke his crown.”  (She has been learning Nursery Rhymes in school.)  She likes school and has adjusted well.  It helps that we are in the same building and I can see her at lunch every day.   She has gotten very affectionate.  She asks for and wants to give hugs and kisses often.  We went to see Santa on Saturday.  She sat in his lap and is very excited at the prospect of many presents.  When I explained to her about Christmas she jumped up and down and said “Thank you, Mama, thank you!”  I found her with the Christmas stockings on her legs one day.  I explained to her they were for more presents! 

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CHI FOUNDATION

"Our Best Wishes for 2006," Calendar should have arrived by now, and it will also feature monthly gift coupons to be used in support of those beautiful children destined to grow up in orphanages around the world. You may order extra copies to give as gift to family members or church groups. 

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UPCOMING INFORMATION MEETINGS

UPCOMING EVENTS

 
A MESSAGE FROM BRENDA BARKER

Happy new year to all of you!!  May this year be full of joy, love, and hope for you and all of the children around the world who wait for their forever families.   As you read this, I will be journeying through India and China with my oldest three daughters on a homeland tour!  Of course, our entire office is available to help you…just let us hear from you!!

 There is of course no greater time than today to start your adoption plans!!

We don't want to burden you with a lot of information, but we do want to help you if you are looking for a way to adopt. If not, please let us know and we will regretfully remove your name from our newsletter.   E-mail me at my address below with any question you have.  I would love to hear from you. 

Brenda

 Southeastern U.S.
 Brenda Barker, Director
 7003 Chadwick Dr. Suite 350
 Brentwood, TN  37027
 615-309-8109   Fax: 615-309-8483
brenda@childrenshopeint.org
Also serving the following states: TN, KY, GA, AL, AR, MS, VA and LA

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