Oh the weather outside was quite chilly but I was so happy I barely noticed the 5° weather. Yes, you heard me correctly. Did I mention it was cold?! We bundled up, got frosted with snow, laughed, talked (and talked some more), ate, and altogether had a lovely time. My time in Chicago was wonderful and literally a whirlwind. It was really delightful getting to hug (for the first time!) the friends that have been so important in this fundraising process. I can’t wait to get the pictures so that I can share them with you and a little bit about my time. I was given a very special gift and I’m looking forward to showing it to you as well. 🙂 I’m so blessed to have been able to strengthen friendships and develop new ones! How are you all doing? I hope you are smiling today. 🙂
P.S. All flights to Portland (and 250 other flights) were canceled due to weather. Thankful I was able to make it home. 🙂
From left to right: Christine (Deputy Director of Orphan Rescue Operations and my main point person), Janet (VP Financial Accountability and the lady who gives me the official updates), Craig (President and CEO of Warm Blankets), and Kristen (Orphan Rescue Operations Specialist and one of the 12 days of Christmas project ladies). Other picture is me with Tressa who is the Vice President of Orphan Rescue Operations and and the most incredible connector ever! All of these people are SO wonderful!
All iphone photos… 🙂
Humph. Miss you…
My feelings exactly…
What an amazing adventure Elaini! I’m thrilled to see the work that God is doing through you and with this project! I would love to catch up soon:) Miss you!!!
Thanks for being such an important part of it! I miss you very much and can’t wait to talk with you and recount the goodness of the Lord! xxx