In the Chemrec slums of Nairobi my heart was stolen by a boy named Freddie. Every face I ran into in the slum was beautiful, but Freddie had this thing. You know, the thing Simon Cowell refers to as the X-Factor. He’s sassy and funny and adorable and has skin like liquid chocolate.
I could seriously eat him.
We hugged, danced, played games, and chased each other while the team built new walls for his school. If you’re thinking I should’ve been hammering nails and hanging walls, you’re right. But when you’re as cute at Freddie, who cares what your suppose to be doing, right?! Riiiiight.
Matt thinks my maternal desires have kicked in. He must be drinking unbottled water.
I blame Anna Peavy for sending me to Africa and falling in love ๐
Mary Ann Hetherington helped Freddie's school get rebuilt! Thanks for supporting the trip.
Miss Rebecca Bernier sent her southern love to the chilren in the slums of Chemrec! We love you, Becca ๐
how sweet!! Thanks for posting pics, look at their smiles!! Love you ๐
It's late!!! What are you doing up? Think about the baby ๐
I miss you ๐
Bianca,
These pictures are so moving. I was just made aware that an acquaintance I know committed suicide. With a heavy heart, I can't help but wonder "what if I had had the courage to love out loud?" Thank you for doing so.
-Cindy
I'm so sorry about your loss. I'm praying for you…
B, the pictures are too cute! Looks like you’re enjoying Africa. I like what Matt said, ” your maternal desires” that made me laugh. Keep loving on those people.
Love you, momma B ๐
Oh my sweet, Leggie! I love you.
Thank you for thinking of me ๐ See you Tuesday at the study!
Matt!!! Stay away from the water!! B, stay away from those maternal desires ๐
Love you guys!
Hahahahaha! Jack, he's really into having a kid now. He said he saw how I was loving and kissing Freddie so much and said, "B, I saw Jesus in you today as you loved that child."
Gaaaaaaaaaaaah?! What am I going to do with that?
"What are you gonna do with that???" Girl, you and Matt are gonna have GORGEOUS babies together and you'll have your very own "Freddie Moments" each and every day!! And with a hubby-to-be like Matt, it'll be easier than you think!!
Love this conversation.
Oh yea … looks like the maternal instincts have kicked in. WooHoo!!!
Love the pics!
I LOVE Africa … my heart is there with you … lovin' on the children …
Laurel ๐
Yes, you're heart is here and I KNOW how you've fallen in love with the country! I can't wait until August ๐ Is cassie coming too?
Wow Bianca u r sooo cool!!!! U r like my role model I got my hair cut today and it was inspired by yours!!! U r awesome, snd I can’t wait to see what god has in store for you๎
dont get bit by the adoption bug. it's addicting.
his smile is adorable
I love that these kids have so much joy, no matter what circumstance they're in.
It's beautiful. ๐
What a blessing to be used by Him, Bianca! I'm sure your heart will be overflowing with stories of God's love and provision. Freddie is adorable…the meaning of His name means "peace ruler or peace keeper"…I'm sure God's peace is a well to those around him!
Praying for a safe return!
Yeah…you can see the X factor with this kid. It's written all over his face.
Bring Freddie home with you!! Mom and Dad will adopt him for sure! ๐
How did you know that Jasmine? I wish I was there with you B! God bless your team. Love, Mom
he is sooooo stinkin cute ๐
I'm so proud of you BB! Wish I could be there…one of these day. =) Enjoy every moment you are there because it's truly a blessing!! Continue loving as Jesus would for His glory and namesake! Praying for you & the team daily. -143
PS…I'm with Matt ๐
I'm with Jasmine! My Vote is to bring Freddie home!
Looks like you're having an awesome time! Always praying for you!
I agree! Bring him home!
B..He kind of sort of looks just like you! He is adorable! Yes, blame me..I'll take the credit! NOT! Give it all to God, tis where it came from.
Your face has a glow all about it.
Bring on the Maternal Instincts…Mom and Dad need to be Abuela y Abuelo…
Wish I could be there with you..but you have my heart there. One day in Gods timing, I will leave the USA for a mission trip.
We are lifting you and the team up in prayer.
Hey Bianca I know this I’d a little random but I was wondering if Halloween is bad, like in general and for christians?? Maybe you could vlog about it idk!!!
I'm at work and in tears! Beautiful!
I just found your blog and I'm catching up on all the wonderful things you've had to say recently and had to comment on this post because my heart is in Africa! My husband and I adopted a baby girl from Africa and we can't wait to go back and bring home a big brother for our kids. Your experience with Freddie reminds me of one I had with a boy while we were in Africa picking up our daughter. If there would have been room in my suitcase, he'd be here with us now! God bless you.
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