In Loving Memory - Baby Ran

June 24, 2010 - July 29, 2010

Baby Ran (James Maria) was born with a number of life threatening birth defects. When it became clear that surgery to save his life would not be possible, we accepted him for hospice care. He only lived 5 weeks, but in that short time has touched many lives. He will be missed by all who loved and cared for him.

In Loving Memory - Baby Wang

December 10, 2009 - July 21, 2010

Baby Wang died Wednesday from complications of chicken pox. She had made incredible progress since she arrived (see photos of that here ) and we were all shocked that she passed away so suddenly and unxpectedly. The medications she was taking for her condition were immunosuppressive and so she had no resistance to fight this common illnes. She was treasured during her time with us and will be missed by all who loved and cared for her.

Summer Fun

Here are a few photos of the LIFEWORKS teen volunteers with China Little Flower kids.

Adorable

This adorable set of premature twin girls recently arrived in one of our homes. Well, one day they might be adorable, but right now they are incredibly tiny and very fragile. Baby Ke is slightly bigger, at just over 2 1/2 lbs. Baby Ai is a little smaller, at just under 2 1/2 lbs. Although smaller, Baby Ai seems to be the stronger one and she is doing remarkably well. Ke has really been struggling and her condition is much worse. There were a few days when we thought she wouldn't make it, but she's improved a little so we still have hope.

Most words in Chinese are made up of two syllables, and do you know what you get when you put their names together? The word "ke ai" means "adorable". Please pray that they grow up strong and healthy... and adorable.

Another Graduate...

Our sweet baby Bo has finally graduated to a foster family. We searched long and hard to find a family that was prepared to meet his special care requirements. Many foster parents were fearful of taking on a child with such daunting medical problems. But we were blessed to have a family come forward and ASK if they could care for this child! This family was previously fostering another special needs infant, and he was just adopted internationally. The foster parents' home and hearts were empty... not anymore!

Sweet Baby Na

Baby Na arrived just two weeks ago in critical condition. Weighing only 4 lbs, she was suffering from lung immaturity and a severe respiratory infection. We weren't sure if she would survive, but she is doing very well now. She is off oxygen, feeding well and gaining weight quickly. Let's hope she continues to thrive!

Four More Graduates

These four little ones have grown strong and healthy enough to join foster families.