So here we were after months of work and squares and kits and photos. Here they were.
So today 45 children received their blankets. These are all children who’ve come from Korosten, Kiyv for this respite Christmas break, and are aged 10 to almost 17. We have pics of most of them with their blankets, some were a bit reluctant. Fair enough.
The children were doing various crafts (including our pompoms) and they were brought through in small groups with their teachers. We’d laid out around 50 so the children could choose their own blanket.
The choosing by the children is absolutely fascinating. Different colours/styles/textures speak to different children. And they KNOW which is theirs. Some children take a very long time to carefully study and feel the blankets. Others are super quick and know instantly. What is it within us that makes different things appeal? One thing you can guarantee is that within moments they are wrapping themselves up in their Woolly Hug!
They’ve put their blankets on their beds for later. Honestly what a privilege to do this from all of us. It means the world to them. Thank you so much again.
Thank you so much everyone. More to come tomorrow!