Odileidy (Ode-ee-lady) is the daughter of Leidy, one of the women who works for Abby’s Garden, caring for the children. It is such a blessing for her to get to raise her child while also working to support her. She is 32 years old and is a single mom who lives with her parents.
Odileidy will be three years old next month, and she loves her mama. She has an impish grin and sparkling eyes. Odi loves fruit, animals, and playing, and she loves to pray. She is very intelligent, kind, and unique.
Odi is the 8th preschooler at Abby’s Garden. After this I’ll be introducing the toddlers.
This photo was taken just a few weeks ago on the first day of Spring (primavera is the Spanish word for Spring).
Odi loved the new puzzles I brought with me in February.
Here is Odi (and do you recognize Zohary?) reading one of the books by Debby Anderson, who was gracious to gift us sets of five different titles of her books in Spanish. I’ve been able to let the parents choose one book each time we’ve had a parent meeting. The kids love them! Thank you so much, Debby!!
Odileidy and her mama, Leidy, at the Abby’s Garden Mother’s Day celebration last year. Every year we honor the moms with a treat and a small gift. If you’d like to cover the cost, Dominican Mother’s Day is May 25th and we usually spend about $100.
Thank you!
Once again, we are grateful for your interest in Abby’s Garden. We hope you are enjoying this series of “meeting” the children. Please pray for:
Odileidy and her mama to continue to grow in the knowledge and love of Jesus.
For God to raise the funds we need to continue providing care for these beautiful children.
For strength and patience for Divina and the rest of the women who care for the children. Caring for 20 children is exhausting but rewarding work!
With love,
Tonya