Wish I had some news on shipping the items to your orphans, but the good book says, "all good things come to he who waits." The answer will come. I really had to release this burden to God just to be able to get some work done in the Volunteer Office here at CFVMC. Everyone has been so understanding, and it almost seems that things are calm so I can concentrate on work. This is the last week of school for public schools. There is the excitement of graduation for so many. I thought about your recent graduation. Who would have ever thought your journey in life would take you to South Africa! God bless! I love you! Mom
Dad; And I'm Still Bigger
Hi my Sweetie; I'm glad you had a nice time on safari, it sounds like you didn't get to see everything you wanted. Remember, that was an opportunity that many people never get. We are still trying to get shipping donations and pray we will soon. Just a short note to say Hi and I Love You, by the way the minute is over. They will be painting the walls to the apt. most likely on Wednesday. They are taking tomorrow off as Freddie has to go to UNC Hosp. for some test. Hope to hear from you soon. Love Dad.
Aub
hey eleana. i dont have much time but i wanted to tell you i miss you and glad you are doing great. miss you
Dad; And I'm Still Bigger
Hi my Eleana, I don't want to say I really miss you, but I don't want you to cry so I won't (but I really do)! Got a nice e-mail from your boss Japia with a film slide of the orphanage. Got to see ya and Gavin, and the kids, (children). It was good to see what and with whom you are associated with. To see you with the children and the look on the childrens faces makes your heart open wide. I am also talking with people to help get support for you and you mission. I love you and am very proud of and for you. It's been over a couple of minutes, so I love you twice as much. Love Dad.
Mom
Eleana, it was so great to talk to you early Sat. morning. You were afraid I wouldn't be up, but I hadn't slept much trying to figure out how to get all these wonderful, much needed donations to the orphans. I hadn't posted many messages as I was disappointed in myself for not having an answer to this problem. I wanted this shipment so badly for you and the orphans, so they could know how much the little community of Gray's Creek where you are from cares about them. As a mother, I want this for you my child, I want this for another child who has no mother any more, and the other child, and the next child. God is good. He will provide. At church today, the Sunday School class offered some good suggestions as well. I will be busy tomorrow and the next day until we get the boxes shipped to South Africa. You just keep sharing your heart, because when all is said and done, that will be what they remember the most. Eleana Brockett's beautiful heart that kept on giving.... I love you, Mom
Moo Moo Neha :)
HEY ELEANA! Hey Brockett Family! I am SO excited about all the donations ya'll collected! The pictures were awesome. I was tearing up (like Keri) when I was reading Eleana's postings and looking at the pictures! It's a good feeling to have. You will treasure this forever Eleana. Looking at all of the donations and you being in the village helping orphans makes me reflect back to the times I was in India trying to help the orphans and families there. Seeing them and thier smiles makes you want to give and give and make them happier! It's so amazing that just a little care package to a child can go a long ways! Ok well, back to studying! I hope the weather, the environment, and everything else is treating you well! Take care bunches! Say hello to Gavin for me! :) byeee love Neha
Keri
After all of that, I forgot something. Please e-mail all your professors here that helped you get the internship in Africa. I have seen a few (especially at the rec) and they want to help. They would like to have thier students use your project as their summer project and they even said they would have their department send it there. Really, take advantage of this opportunity too! I love you!
Keri
My Big Sister! I know this is long overdue. This week has been a crazy one and I have been a little overwhelmed. But I promise I haven't forgotten about you! I am so glad you are still having a great time and are getting to explore and spend time at the orphanage. I am still a little jealous you are getting to go on a Safari before I get to. Maybe we can go to Africa sometime together and go on a safari then too. I have been looking at your pictures. I love the one of the children at the orphanage and it makes me so proud to have you as a sister. I am so proud of you and of all the great things you are doing in Africa. The people there are so blessed to have you in their lives and for your caring heart. I was also looking at the pictures Mom has posted with all the donations. It just made me cry (and I still am) to think how blessed we are to have people who care so much about us to support us in any and every endeavor we take on. There are so many amazing people who have such big hearts who put the needs of everyone else before their own, especially in Gray's Creek and Fayetteville, NC. Thank you for giving the people of Africa hope for living and trust in the people of the United States. You have given so many people faith in others and reminders of the many blessings we recieve each and every day. I love you and miss you so much! I can't wait to hear from you again soon!
Dad; And I'm Still Bigger
Hi my adventurous eitty, bitty, little one. I'm back. I took a short drive to AR. to pick up my new toy. Still feel like I'm driving so I can't sleep. Mitchel went with me, so I had someone to talk to and help a little. I love you sweetie, and a minute is over, Sooo, guess what! I hope you are having a great week-end of your adventure, and safari. This would be my once in a life time type of trip however, I would guess this is just your first trip over to help and nurture the helpless. I guess it is time to go, but needless to say I am very proud to say YOU are my daughter and I'm still bigger so I love you more. Love Dad
Mama Brockett
Well, this is to amend the previous message. Shipment was not made today. Shipping costs by FedEx and UPS were more than a roundtrip plan ticket to South Africa. We are making all sorts of contacts to anyone and everyone with any shipping contacts. It's ashamed to have so much donated to help these children and not be able to get it shipped reasonably. This is a plea for anyone with shipping or business contacts that could get the 25 packages to Hazyview or at least to Johannesburg, South Africa, as there is a Wellness Africa office there that could get the supplies to Eleana for the orphanage. Please help us figure this one out! God is good and will provide us with a way. Ask and ye shall receive!
Mom
Well, after getting everything got boxed, taped and labeled, Hilary and I were off to FedEx. The folks there were nice, but the shipping costs were not so nice. At any rate, delivery should be in Hazeyview by next Wednesday. I couldn't even ship all the boxes this week, but will get more out next week. Thanks to everyone for their support.
Big Sis Ann
Hey sweet girl. I am at work and was thinking about you. We went into an outage and they put me on night shift. Not much to do but alot of time to think. I am so proud of you. I want you to know that. I know I tell you all of the time but I really am. You are such an amazing woman with so much to offer this world. Well take care and be careful. I miss you sweet pea and i am praying for yu always-Ann