Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Kids, Kids and More Adorable Kids

The last two days have been all about helping kids - and man have they been CUTE! Today, we were visited by children from the Home of Comfort - a local orphanage of children abandoned by their parents or who have lost their parents to AIDS. These children were THE most well-behaved kids we'd ever seen. Team member Angie Oder ducked in to get the children some candy and by the time she got back, they had all lined up in a row - without being asked. Then they all got together and sang the National Anthem of South Africa in three different languages: English, Xhosa and Afrikaans. Click here to see the video.

Bekki Fagan helped this little three-year-old from the Orphanage who was the most well-behaved little boy at Autorafracting, staying perfectly still - a tough station for a little one. Bekki couldn't resist this pic!
Check out this little super star in her new shades, care of Kara Mitchell yesterday in Dilation.

15-year-old, Nontsikelelo, came through the Clinic with a script for -12. She had never before owned glasses. Thanks to Paul Craven - master of Chabellas, she now has a brand new pair of hand-made chabellas, just her script! "We only had the correct lense for this girl by a stroke of fate - the manufacturer labeled it as a +12; -1 and was actually a -12; -1, so it ended up as a defect and ended up in Chabellas," said Paul.
Karen Cianciolo has taken these munchkins under her wing as they waited for their family to go through the Clinic. Karen kept these kids laughing all the way.

For all those who have sent us messages, keep 'em coming! We're sharing them with the team during each morning de-brief and it means a lot for us to hear from home. Love to all - Team Kokstad!

11 comments:

  1. Thanks for keeping us updated. I won't complain about the 90 degree weather we are going to get here today. Have fun!! Stay warm!!

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  2. Loved the story of Nontsikelelo. Thanks for sharing! The manufacturer's mislabing was no mistake at all- God knew exactly who was to receive those. HOW COOL! Thanks for taking the time to keep us updated... it means A LOT back home!

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  3. p.s. the video link you mentioned (with the kids) isn't there, please try again if you have the time

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  4. I see Karen found a great way to keep warm. Hug some adorable kids.

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  5. Kara - why didn't the picture of the little super star surprise me. Hope you are staying warm. The smiles on everyone's faces is infectious.

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  6. Hope are guys are having a blast. Wish I was there with you. Africa looks absolutely beautiful. What an amazing thing you are doing and how many lives you are touching. It's heart warming!!!
    Much love...see you soon Dr. Fluffy!!!

    Much Love,
    Maria Collora

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  7. Thanks for taking the time to blog, it's almost like being with you live. Seeing Paul and Karen smile with the children brings back wonderful memories.I'm so happy for you and all the people who deserve your help.
    LOVE . Anne-Marie Craven

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  8. thanx for the stories; they really touch our souls & makes us glad to work with a company that does so much!
    keep up the awesome work guys; you ROCK!!!

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  9. Hello Karen and Team,
    The stories and pictures are wonderful. I especially love the one of you, Karen, with the two little "munchkins". Your smile says it all. Luxottica is fortunate to have so many passionate and committed asoociates and partners. Thank you for sharing your time and your hearts. You not only represent our company but each of your home countries around the world and you should be proud of your efforts. You certainly make me proud to be part of Luxottica and OneSight.
    Michelle DeMoss-Phillips

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  10. great job everyone! i was so glad u called Brett kartak! i miss u very much! cant wait to see you in arizona soon~ be safe..love ya!

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  11. Hello all, thank you for posting the pictures and the description of the wonderful work you are doing. How wonderful it is to see the smiles on the children's faces! Hope you have a great day!

    Leanne's mom in Canada

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