Darling Girlies

UPDATE: Natalia has a committed family that is in country now. Woohoo.

Usually I post about boys, and the reason is two-fold. I love boys first of all, and the second reason is that boys are often overlooked when it comes to adoption. It's sad, but true. However, I'm going to showcase two girls that need families today. They are both in the same orphanage (so they could probably be adopted together *wink wink*.)

It's Victoria. Victoria is nine and has arthrogryposis. Basically, she can't walk. However, I am told that this can usually be corrected via surgery. Imagine, she could get a family AND the ability to walk. What a great present that would be. She also has convergent squint. She has so much light in her face even after living in such a difficult situation for so many years. Click here for Victoria's profile.

Who i that beautiful girl with great eyes? This is Natalia. Natalia is nine. She had a bone that was set incorrectly before leaving her unable to walk. Now, I have been told she may be able to get it corrected in the U.S., but we aren't sure on that. The reason is that we aren't exactly sure what bone it involves. She has some form of epilepsy, but epilepsy can also be controlled very well (usually) by medication. Some cognitive delays have come as a result of her epilepsy, but we don't know they extent of her delays. Also, she has lazy eye (which can be fixed in the U.S.) and possible FAS. FAS is not documented, but it is a cautionary disclosure. I know that the fact that she has a number of needs is scary, but many of her needs would not be a concern in the U.S. Click here for Natalia's profile.

Both of these girls need out of their institution. Since they have been in it, though, they have been affected by malnourishment and neglect. That is something to be aware of. However, many families have brought home kids from even worse places, and the kids often thrive. They need love. Both girls are also said to be friendly and fun. Please give them a look.