While at the Government orphanage home, Ikot Ekpene Akwa Ibom State for my first Charity visit for 2018 with the FETCH initiative, I was really emotional and so also was the team. Seeing the pictures we didn't expect to see, brought tears to our eyes.
Who wouldn't be?, after seeing those children living like they were not fit to take part in the goodies of society. Practically living away and differently from society; the pain in their eyes will gnaw at your heart.
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@alisonudeme was the first person to break down and I can only imagine how she felt after seeing those children most of whom are sick, deformed and living like... they don't matter?
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The orphanage is like a prison for little children and it is a shame to see these children subjected to such living status and treatment.
I stayed outside the whole time because I was sad and also visibly upset with the system that keeps getting worse.
I am sure we Steemians will do better if given the same chance as the government have.
We left the orphanage with heavy hearts as what we had experienced was just to much to hold.
Can you believe they have no fans, television nor music player to entertain them? Really unfair.
@Annieben had to play some music from her phone and the children, awesome children had awesome time dancing to the tune.
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It is moments like these that helps me see through the colors of the day and to appreciate how wonderfully blessed I am to be on this platform.
This is part 1 of the 2 part video we did with the team saying how they felt.
How would you feel???
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This blew me away... I got so emotional at this video. You guys are really interpreting the real essence of the steem blockchain. Lives are being touched and that is where our joy lies. Thanks @ejemai and the entire team for passing the good spirit.
some heart touching things around make us emotional and we feel tears in our eyes. Thanks for the #dtube video and this post.
True talk, when we open our eyes and really see the happenings around us, then we'll wish we never opened them..
As an extension agent i see many of such and the tears would never be enough, especially in rural communities like; https://steemit.com/promo-steem/@lonelyaya/steemit-changing-lives
We need to keep trying to help were we can, thats why we are the priviledged no need to cry.
You are really leading a generation of great men and women for the future of this country. God bless your good works.
Beautiful outing... God bless you all for the love you showed to them..
Am angry at myself I missed this... Would love to be part of the next one.. Keep up the good work sir.
You are doing well
Thanks sweet...
Such is the scenery whenever one visits such places, you get to find out that there's a whole lot to do and you won't stop wishing you could do more. I have had that feeling before, so I know how it feels. But we can always take pride in the fact that we did our best. Great work you doing @ejemai with the fetch initiative, grace to do more and I also pray to one day be a part of it. Thanks for making the world a little better.
Great leader there. More blessing @ejemai. I like your desire to make an impact, keep up the good work @ejemai
this is a nice move @alisonudeme and others...am really inspired by your actions.
Just like the expeeience I had when I visited one here in Lagos on my birthday in January. These kids really need our help. I went back to give them books (chrildrens Rhapsody of Realities), praying for a miracle for some of them because they do not go to school. God bless you all for remembering and reaching out to them.
Thank you for sharing your own perspective of the visit.
Keep up the good work. Good will come your way surely
Hmmmm, it is so disappointing how our societies can be so cold to the most vulnerable. I grew up as an orphan therefore I find it hard going to orphanage because of how it makes me feel. I was lucky to have been adopted earlier on I am not sure I would have had an opportunity to be the best of myself.
Thanks for being there for the upcoming generation, perhaps when we take charge we may be able to change some aspects...
We are indeed blessed and lucky to have the opportunities we have. It is up to us to make the world a better place with what God has blessed us with.
Steemit to the world. Goodjob @ejemai and team
This is just the beginning, we are going to storm nigeria, nice work at @ejemai
Helping others.... you will be rewarded in unknown ways.
sincerely my issues are not with the government because most times i ask God why he allows this kind of fate for this innocent people and gives others the good life .
Nice work boss
Anyway, i just made my introduction post and not many people have read .
Can you check it on my blog please
Good job bruh.. Keep moving @ejemai
Hy @ejemai
I fan of your steemit. My level steemit is still low. Please help me to improve my steemit. Please vote my steemit only once. I hope you can help me. Please. Thanks
My steemit is @nauliquez
You have bin inspiring lots of people especially me with your act of charity... the skybis your stepping stone
This is the true definition of charity.
Blessings on you @ejemai, and the entire team.
Go on. Soon we would have this; A Nigerian=A Steemian
Its very good work and very emotional for me keep it up
All fingers are not equal and that is why they all work together. We should always remember those who are not capable of helping themselves. Good work. God bless you and your team for this selfless service.
Your labor of love will not be in vain
Literally crying... Life happens and people can't explain why they are victims. Other than sit and cast blames to the government and society, we can reach out to this ones as much as we can.
God bless you @ejemai and the crew. This is an amazing work.
Damn man!!
I truly believe in the saying that givers never lack....... The more you give the more you receive. You have done What many people find very difficult to do. God will continue to bless you.
In fact, it is very sad that I pray for them to stand high in the society.
I love it, when young women carve out a life for themselves and the fact that you're into charity is so heart warming.... Keep up the good work.
God bless you and crown your effort.
God bless you all as you continue to touch lives. Looking forward to be part of that team soon.
Wow. This is so touching keep up the great work. Please I'll love to be apart of it. I'm from Akwa ibom. Well done
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Nice gesture sir.
Missed out on the opportunity to have seen you. was in town 2days ago.
This is a beautiful movement going on!! The environment looks like a prison though. Shoutout to Steem! Africa will never be the same again..
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very good post, I am very touched by the story.
Hello @ejemai
This is truly the sole reason of our existence, sharing of love. I'm sure the memories y'all created in the hearts of these kids won't be forgotten.
Kudos to your team.
@kayceesuave
You inspired me... I love you guys... Keep going! Keep helping others as long as we can...
Always remember this: There are no good deeds that result in evil works.