| These orphans have already faced many of the difficulties of growing up without parents. Nonetheless, the human spirit shines strong . . . The light in the lamp of these kids burns incredibly brightly. The resilience that many human beings use in overcoming great tragedies, as reflected in these kids, inspires us all. |
| It is wonderful to have great friends upon whom you can count in life. It's either that, or this one young orphan boy has way too many girlfriends a bit too early in life! Friendships like these can last forever. |
| This distinguished-looking goose saw us taking pictures and felt a bit left out. So, we took his picture and sent him a copy. He's been honking happily ever since. |
| People of all ages love and care for homeless orphans. You can just feel the kindness pouring out of this couple's hearts. |
| This young lady celebrates an extremely important milestone in the Mexican tradition. It is her fifteenth birthday, or her quinceaneras. This is indeed a special moment to celebrate in her life! |
| This young man was seventeen at the time. He was an orphan, too, and he had the honour of serving as this girl's escort for her quinceaneras. Que bueno! |
| These two young ladies lived in the separate dorm for girls. They don their school uniforms after an evening of studying their lessons. They have great hope for an otherwise uncertain future. |
| In the front from left to right: Juanito, carlos, Javier & Ignacio (Nacho) Juan (John) Patrick Keefe II stands behind, with, and among them in the back. No one is superior. No one is more important than the other. Everyone's life has equal value. It is we as humans that look at people and things through human eyes and sometimes make the sad mistake of thinking otherwise. |
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| Telling secrets, forming bonds, and counting upon one another proves vital. Fellow orphans become your family, as there aren't always enough parents to go around. |
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| Colima, Mexico Photo Gallery # 2 - Spring, 2001 |
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