"Marijem...truly is our precious Jem (Gem). The word that best fits her is 'delightful'!" Here are just a few excerpts from the update we just received from Marijem's family in Australia.

We have written earlier about how Christian, who is in our home now, will grow up knowing Marijem. Vicki and Terri write: "We're so excited that Marijem and Christian will be able to share part of their childhood in Australia too. We've become friends with a family who've just come home with their 3 year old from the same orphanage as Ana. Ana thinks it's terrific to have a 'friend' from 'her orphanage' so it's lovely to think Marijem will have her 'special friend' too. It's lovely for Criza too at the moment to know that her new baby brother is at the same place that Marijem came from."

"Kadeesha's decided she's going to be Mari's dance teacher, so each morning before school they go off to Kadeesha's room to learn new steps. Marijem thinks she's so clever, and loves to show off her new 'moves.'"


"Analiza is like a 'little mother' with her and is often heard explaining why she should or shouldn't do something or other. They have a great time playing and laughing and having fun together."


"She is just the 'perfect fit' for our family. She is soooo loved by her big sisters, and Mummy and Daddy are completely charmed by her as well!" "We are so blessed to have our three beautiful girls!"