🙏Our hearts overflow with gratitude for the incredible souls that have been brought into our community. These precious, humble, and loving individuals have been the driving force behind the starting journey of our program "Finding Our Dream Again" (Alternative Education Project) ✏️. Their dedication and hard work have transformed our vision into a tangible reality after months of effort and nurturing. We are forever indebted to them for their unwavering support and commitment to our cause. One key puzzle piece was Uncle Carmine, who always exuded a humble and gentle aura. Yet beneath his calm demeanor lies an indomitable spirit, overflowing with positivity, enthusiasm, and boundless optimism. Even though we only had three weeks with him before he left Vietnam to return to his hometown, his contributions during each working session were crucial in making significant improvements and progress within our program. On the final day before returning to Australia, he continued his daily routine without fail. He arrived early as always, carefully arranging desks and chairs in preparation for the class. With a sense of purpose, he rushed out the door to help carry heavy backpacks into the house for the disabled ladies. As he sat and carefully observed, he listened intently to the ladies as they practiced reading and writing, even though be could only understand their words through the help of an interpreter. Before leaving, he made sure to provide valuable feedback to the instructor, cherishing every moment spent. The only deviation from his usual routine was the sight of tears streaming down his face as he bid farewell to the disabled women, encouraging them to continue attending school and striving for a better life ahead. ❤ Before he left, the kind-hearted man made sure to remind us of something important: we needed to buy suitable desks for the disabled women to practice writing at home. He had overheard them saying about their lack of proper learning spaces, which hindered their progress in writing. Despite being thousands of miles away in Australia, he promised to continue providing remote online support for them every week. His dedication and compassion knew no bounds, leaving a lasting impression on all those he helped. Uncle Carmine is like that ❤️❤️❤️ simple but extremely profound. The unwavering support of Uncle Carmine has fueled our determination to carry on with our efforts of helping other vulnerable members of the community through our special education program. The impact of his contribution will be felt for years to come, as we strive to uplift and empower those in need. We are immensely grateful for your presence, which radiated warmth, enthusiasm, and boundless love for the disadvantaged individuals in Vietnam. Your genuine care and dedication have truly touched our hearts and inspired us to continue making a positive difference in their lives.
