Susan Dieter-Robinson

In Love

He sat at the end of the bed with tears streaming down his face, “I miss our girls.” “Me too.” – I was in charge of greeting everyone that came to the medical clinic. I stood, in the hot sun, most of the day connecting with the people of Kijabe and loved every minute of it.Continue reading “In Love”

Ladybug

Lucky Little Ladybug! I’ve sat and looked at this picture for about 30 minutes studying her hands. When I close my eyes I can feel them touching my face. I miss her perfect little hands.

Homemade Glasses

We weren’t sure where she found the pipe cleaners but while the other kids were getting their photos taken she made it into a pair of glasses. She sat down in the red chair and put them on. The photographer started taking photos. I have to be honest and say that I was a bitContinue reading “Homemade Glasses”

Pedicure

“Do you want a pedicure?” She would say as she emerged from the bathroom with all of her supplies. “Of course, thank you so much Miss Anna,” he would say as he took his position in the big red chair. My heart was always warm watching these two interact and love each other.

Bunny Ears

As I sit and go through pictures I have come to realize that Anna loved giving bunny ears. I remember many times telling her to put her hand down while trying to snap the perfect shot. I love seeing how sneaky she was (sometimes not so sneaky) and I love that I’m just noticing this now. Smiling!

Flowers from Abigail

She was so excited when she met me at the front door. “These are for you Susan!” We were still getting to know each other ~ trying to figure out it worked. This gesture meant the world to me. I kept these flowers in a vase for a very long time hoping that gesture meantContinue reading “Flowers from Abigail”