I’m kind of embarrassed that I titled this post “cute” because cute is a very shallow way to describe these little ones, and all that they are, and all that they represent. There are so many layers to this place and these kids.
But gosh, what can I say, really?
They are just so darn cute, drool on chin and everything.
This little guy is a pretty accurate representation of how my hair acts in the Philippines.
Except his hair is actually adorable.
These two girls are best friends.
I can’t even come close to explaining these two, but they both have the most hilarious sense of humor. Just look at their hair, you guys. Seriously. Watching them be funny together is one of the things I’m really going to miss about being here.
You might have seen their pictures on some my other kid pic posts, like this one, or this one. But I love this picture because this girl, the older one, just looked right up at me mid-swing with the most gentle, intense stare that went right straight into my soul.
Cute doesn’t even touch it.
This baby boy crawls around on cement as is happy about it. Yep, that’s him. As of a few weeks ago, he smiled at me instead of crying when I walk into the room. Good thing that only took 9 months.
And I swear, every time this sweetheart holds out her arms to me, I get REAL warm-fuzzies. Like my heart is just in a puddle and I can’t stop smiling like a complete fool.
There are so many cute faces here, and because this is an orphanage, a temporary shelter for children, that means there is a need for them to be loved.
I am constantly in awe of all the love that exists here, not from those who come and go from this place freely, but from those who have given their whole selves to care for these kids who are in need of families. One year here is great and everything, but fifteen years here, living here, giving here, is sacrificial.
I love this picture of Auntie Ivy. She is a house parent and she is one of those people.
If you’re interested in seeing more pictures, reading more stories, or just knowing more about the Children’s Shelter of Cebu, you can check out their website.
You can also follow along with these kiddos on Facebook, and guess what? As of a few weeks ago you can follow on Twitter! Hiphiphooray!
Thanks for reading about this piece of our life and adoring these cuties right along with us. Lots of love all around!
Awww. I love when you do this. Thank you for sharing these little beautiful bits with us.
xoxo!
What beautiful kids. Those big brown eyes – gorgeous!
These pictures are so cute, I love when you do this!
This fills my heart! What sweet, sweet kids, and what an amazing family of staff who love and care for them. They are blessed to have you there!!
My heart is officially a puddle now – praying for doors to open for adoption someday!
Love this. Thank you so much for sharing your stories and experiences!
What great pictures. Those cute faces just make you smile- I think the title is definitely fitting!
OMGSH!!! How can you not use the word CUTE!!! I just want to hug them all. It’s a double edge sword, I love when you post pictures of the children but then, on the other hand, so sad that these beautiful children need a forever home.
Before I read your first sentence I saw the title and first photo and thought… Perfect title! 🙂
Lovely post.
Thank you for sharing that with us. They are all so beautiful and it breaks my heart that they are orphans. I think it is so wonderful what you are doing by being there and even more so by raising awareness through your blog. 🙂
Thank you Sarah!
Your pictures of life in Cebu are so wonderful – it’s very cool being able to get a glimpse into all of the good that you (and what seems like an amazing staff) are doing at the orphanage. Sending prayers that way!
Cute is perfect!
Cute is right on. So is endearing, precious, captivating, heartwarming, lovable, and… adoptable!!! 🙂 Each child deserves a forever home. Thank you for being our portal into the world of CSC. I’ve grown to love the place and the children, vicariously, through you.
Your title of this post is perfect. Those kids are adorable.
My husband grew up inthe Philippines and I am dying to go there and do what you do. And I want to bring all those kids home with me.
Thanks for ones marvelous posting! I genuinely enjoyed
reading it, you may be a great author. I will ensure that I bookmark your blog and may come back later on. I want to encourage you
to ultimately continue your great job, have a nice
afternoon!