Betalehem

Let me introduce you to Betalehem. She is an orphan living in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia. When my wife and I first met her in October '06, we thought she was about 6 yrs old, but she was 8. Her small size is possibly due to the fact that she has HIV/AIDS. It is hard to believe this beautiful 10-year old child has this life threatening disease, and it's been with her all of her life.
When I saw her again in October '07, I was somewhat concerned because parts of her hair had fallen out and her scalp was kind of scabby, and she didn't look very healthy. However, by January, '09, her scalp was looking just fine, and here is the photo I took then. Doesn't she just melt your heart? I'd love to bring her home, but I'm sure Canadian Immigration wouldn't let her into the country. They're heartless.
If you would like to help her, a little money would buy her clothes, a food treat, and a few school supplies. I've been told that she is getting medication.
On every trip to Ethiopia, when I visit her school, I'm scared she's not going to be there.