The children are beautiful. There are 20 children who live at the St. Camillus Center. Almost all of them have been orphaned by the Aids pandemic. About a third of them are HIV positive. 15 of them are between 6 months and 6 years old.

The older children seem a bit unsure of us. The little ones just want to be snuggled. Sam and Will are reaching out so tenderly. They are both friendly and gentle. I was so proud of their kindness as I watched them find ways to interact with each child.

Niko is a toddler magnet. The kids just want to be near him. They can sense his loving spirit.

A precious little boy named Rathahile snuggled into my lap. He is about 2 years old, bare bottomed with green stuff flowing out of his nose. He clearly does not feel well and just wants to be held. So that was my job this afternoon, to hold him and rock him in my arms. A very blessed way to spend my time.