We didn't receive any letters or cards while sponsoring Romina. Her birthday is September 23. Romina lived with parents and 4 siblings. Her father was blind in one eye and her mother tended a small store.
Project Info and Activities:
Romina attended PH-239 in Santa Cruz, Manila
* Home to approximately 3,100 residents
* Most commonly spoken language is Tagalog
* Most common work is work is day laboring, but the majority is unemployed
* Average earning is $95 a month
* Regional Diet: rice, chicken, pork, fish, vegetables, eggs & hotdogs
* Common Health Problems: coughs, colds
* Typical Houses: cement floors, wood walls, corrugated tin roofs
Center activities: Bible teaching, medical exams, hygiene instruction, field trips, recreational activities, scholastic materials, and educational seminars for parents and guardians.
Miscellaneous Info:
* Favorites: dancing, group games, bicycling, walking, running, singing, other ball games, story telling
Romina left Compassion's program before we ever heard from her. Her father removed her from the project. It was really tough because I was told I couldn't write a final letter and I felt like there was no closure. But I know that God knows where Romina is and that He had me sponsor her for a month so I would continue to pray for her!
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