My Christmas Angel, Gibson

An updated photo of Gibson. Isn't he precious?



This is Gibson.

He is 3 years old and lives in an orphanage in Eastern Europe.

Although he is completely unaware, his days are numbered.



Why? Because he was born with Down syndrome.



Gibson has less than a year before he will be transferred from the only “home” he has ever known, to an institution. What does this mean for Gibson? It means that he will be traumatized and scared. He will miss the caregivers who have taken care of him each day since he was an infant and wonder where they have gone. It also means that he has an 80% chance of dying (yes, dying) in this institution within the first year of his transfer due to lack of adequate medical care, proper nutrition, love…….



Almost all children with disabilities are placed into orphanages shortly after birth in Eastern Europe. It is extremely rare that a family will keep their disabled child. Sad but true, I am unable to comprehend that, but that is because here in the U.S., our children with disabilities are provided an education, and life saving medical care, and opportunities to reach their full potential in life. Not so, where Gibson lives.



During this holiday season, I am asking you to pray for Gibson (pray that he will be adopted within the next year), pray for his health, and pray that whoever cares for him right now will take the time to hold him, kiss him, and make him smile.



I am also asking that if you are able, to please donate (no matter how small the amount) to Gibson’s grant fund. This is a grant fund that will provide much needed help to a family that may adopt Gibson. International adoption is very expensive, but so well worth it. I can testify to that. My two precious little boys that I have adopted from Russia (whom also have Down syndrome) are truly a BLESSING to me! I can’t imagine my life without them. I treasure every little hug, kiss, smile, giggle……that they give me each day.



Please won’t you consider donating to help Gibson come home?



Just click on the ornament below to go to the Angel Tree. The Angel Tree is Reece's Rainbow annual Christmas fundraiser to raise grant money for children with Down syndrome all over the world that are waiting to be adopted.



To make your donation for Gibson, please include his name.



If you make a donation of $35 or more, you will receive a beautiful ornament with Gibson's picture on it to hang on your Christmas tree.



****And your donation is tax deductible****











Thank you and God Bless you this holiday season!

Amy Lucas