October 31, 2009
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Some of my current English students:).
This is the cook/janitor/errand runner/whatever else we need. He brought his two nephews.
Alexandra, Vera, and Alexandro. Mom is a prostitute. Dad is a drunk. Alexandra has a tumor irritated by lice, open sores all over her head. Most often, Alexandra and Alexandro live alone since their parents “go away” for work. We managed to have her take off her cap long enough for a picture. Vera was adopted by her aunt, so leads a better life, but is constantly reminded she was taken out of the trash pile. Alexandro works at the Feira, trying to stay out of drugs and not often succeeding.
Cleyton’s nickname is “Principe Encantado” or Prince Charming, because whenever they do fairytale plays, they always make him play the prince. he is my sweety.
Rafaella, in the middle, ran home last week “Risonaide! you need to get saved. Come to church with me.” it was more of a command than a request. Risonaide (left) and Rafaella both gave their lives to Jesus last week.
I took 12 pictures of Eduardo (Right), and every time he managed to turn around. Then he cheesed for this picture. moody. Isac (Left) is the youngest of five. All of his older brothers are in jail for selling drugs. He loves playing soccer and always is bouncing something around his feet.
Wedja and Joseane…and their crush, Josenildo, who was enjoying the attention.
Alexanjela. One of our new kids. to put it bluntly, she is a terror. but, like most terrors, she is full of charm and hugs and kisses and makes it all better in the end. She is one of those that you have to sit down, put their face in your hands and make them look you in the face. You speak clear and slow and look her in the eye. Then she decides she can’t get around you or manipulate you…and you live much better after that.hmmm. there are so many more stories.
