Orphanage OJT

It was not really an Orphanage but a Children protection Center where everybody has different stories to tell. Including one mother, Nanay Liza. They here are those who were abandoned, lost, were doing rugby sniffing, physically & sexually abused, neglected, and others with different cases. At first and by just looking at the place, I was uncomfortable and I felt unsafe. But thank God we were able to finish our training here well and I've learned a lot and I've overcame some infirmities!

John Michaelle, as he was named by the staffs of the DSWD in San Pablo City. He was the first baby we took care of during our On-the-job training in CWPC @ San Pablo City, Philippines.

They said that his mom was a hunchback, who died after delivering him a few weeks after. He has a very irresponsible father and that's why he was placed under the care of CWPC.

I was able to meet his father who's now living with a new wife.

From left is me, John Michaelle, Leila, some of the kids at the Center, Joyce, Nanay Liza, who said to be left astrayed by her daughter-in-law, and Maricel.

Maricel, Leila and Joyce were my co-OJTs and Bryan who's not in the picture.

All of the kids here has their own bitter stories to tell but they were blessed to be placed here for protection. We were able to help them, share them some things, and made them happy because of the care and love we've shared them.

Last day of the 150hrs On-the-Job training. Here are the staffs and children of the center. We played some parlor games, ate foods that we prepared for them, and took some pictures together. It was fun and everybody enjoyed it. We also gave them some give aways like school supplies and things that they will need everyday.

Before we left some of the children gave us hugs & kisses and a small folded paper, a letter of thanks to each of us OJTs. They said they were happy and greatful for the things we've shared them. The foods, the happy moments, the laughter, the gospel, and helping them with their homeworks and many more.

Our training here was really a great experience. I myself was able to test my patience when it comes to dealing with different attitudes of children, and old people as well. From taking care of baby John Michaelle to Nanay Liza and to the different attitudes of the staffs!

Well, all people has their own attitude anyway... but good thing i'm flexible! You just have to be more understanding. By the way Nanay means mother.