Has it really been two years?!
Yes.
Today marks two years since I donned a little black dress and started a crazy adventure that I thought would only last 100 days. Ha! Was I ever wrong… My whole world was turned upside down. It changed my life and is still changing my life. And I’m so thankful it did. God has been so SO faithful. Frankly I don’t even know how to write this mile stone post. A huge part of my heart is in India with “my” kiddos. They are the reason that this blog started. To help them. But of course in a funny turn of events they’ve helped me. They’ve helped me be bold and learn to take risks (I’ve done things I would have never dreamed of doing both here on the blog and in my personal life). They’ve made my heart bigger to fit them all inside of it. They’ve taught me that whatever has value is worth fighting for. They’ve taught me that the littlest things, like just taking a first step, can change the world. They’ve shown me that investing in lives is a process that never ends. Knowing what they have gone through has given me courage. And when you have almost 400 kiddos you learn to pray a lot more. So kiddos I’ll never be able to thank you enough for letting me be a little part of your lives. I love you all so.very.much.
To all my absolutely amazing readers, THANK YOU! You’ve made this journey possible. You’ve given freely and YOU have made a difference. You’ve impacted the world in ways you’ll never be able to imagine because you faithfully invested in these precious lives. Can I please encourage you to continue in that? To not stop giving (there are always needs when you have 400 children!) and if you are the praying type to pray for them? What a gift that would be. In celebration of the two year anniversary of the 100 day dress project will you donate either 200 nickels ($10), 200 dimes ($20), 200 quarters ($50), or 200 dollars? I can absolutely promise you it will be worth it.
UPDATE! $74,002.14
Photos by the ever amazing Christa Taylor who has been documenting this journey from day 1! She somehow managed to get my necklace up in my hair… 😉
Day 1 and the 1 year anniversary posts.
YOU ARE GORGEOUS!!! ::wolf whistle:: Dang, girl. 😉
I love, love, love these photos and I love YOU! <3 You are such a blessing and encouragement to all of us!
::Blushes:: But really thanks dear!;) You’re so sweet.
Christa is a pretty amazing photographer! And I love YOU dear. <3 Thanks for always praying for me and encouraging me in so many way. It means so much to me.
These photos are so amazing! Love them! Congrats on your “anniversary” 🙂
Thanks Hannah! Christa is a wonderful photographer. 🙂
Wow!!! It has gone by so quickly!!! I am so glad that you have been able to connect with these wonderful blessings of God and that the Lord has used you as a way to not only bless them, but bless those who read your blog too. Beautiful photos as usual!!!
I know…it’s pretty crazy. I’m not sure how I feel about all that time going by lol!
Thank you for all your encouragement and support. It means so much to me that you faithful comment. I’m blessed indeed!
I am so excited for you! This is a huge anniversary. I can’t believe it’s been two years since the project began.
One faithful woman + a black dress and desire to help = great miracles.
God bless you!
Thanks! It’s a bit surreal…. I can’t believe it’s been two years either. God has definitely done some miracles! God bless you too Thalia!
It is beautiful to see how God took one frail but willing vessel, filled her with his love, compassion, and desire to make a difference and did something so much bigger than she could ever have dreamed. I don’t think this is the end of the story 🙂 You are an inspiration to me. I love you miss elaini!
Thanks mommy! I love you SO! You have been my best friend, mentor, fellow laughing partner and much more. <3
Wow. TWO WHOLE YEARS?!?!?! Elaini, you look beautiful as always. You are an encouragement to us young Christian girls. Thank you for being a light for Jesus!
I can’t believe it either! Thank you so much M.J.A.
I’m grateful that Jesus would use this weak vessel. 🙂
Thanks for faithfully encouraging me and commenting on here!
Stunning photos! Your blog and your story have been such an inspiration to me, I am so proud of you for being who you are and not sitting back while there are helpless little ones in need of rescuing. I know that it is not you who accomplishes this, but God working through you. Thank you for following Him, you are an incredible example to us all.
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Thank you Grace! I’m so grateful that the Lord has helped me to take risk and carried me through the whole way! You’re right that it is the Lord in me. Thank you for all your encouragement and support through this journey. 🙂 xxx