It started Friday evening when Ben and I headed over to the home of The Two Anhs to help their mama out with Gala preparations. Seriously. I have no idea how that woman keeps so many balls successfully in the air at once. I'm in awe and was so pleased that I could help out (in such a little way and so last minute).
Saturday was Gala Day!
The evening began with a seminar for waiting parents. There is lots and lots of news in adoption land and it was a pleasure to meet and talk directly with 8 delegates including both the Head of the Department of International Adoption, the director of Administrative services for the Department of International adoption and 6 other visitors from Ben's homeland. A question answer session was held and many important questions about the new laws and procedures were addressed. The needed decrees and circulars were signed on March 21st and government training and agency training will occur in April. It will be interesting to watch the first months of the process as things unfold.
And then the Gala began! What a marvellous celebration of my son's birth country! A beautiful musical presentation and a lovely interpretive dance piece. 250 people were in attendance for dinner, dancing, raffles, auctions and fun-draising! Such a great time! Ben really showed his stuff out on the dance floor!
I am really looking forward to hearing about the total dollars raised and the difference that was made for the children of Vung Tau.
You can read about the project we are supporting here: TDH Charity Gala
Today there was a light brunch at a play place. A less formal opportunity for the delegates to interact with the children and the adoptive parents. Think Ben had fun? (Today I brought my camera...I forgot my camera last night, sorry)
I hope you will visit the gala website linked above and make a difference for the children of Vung Tau. Charity receipts are issued for donations in excess of $10. Every single dollar matters.
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