Jeannie for 4 years you were a huge part of an effort to improve her quality of life. That alone is something to take solace in. Can you imagine her happiness when she would receive letters or gifts from you? You were able to bring her that happiness. In comparison to other children who die lonely and without help, she "had you" in a way. And the happiness went both ways, it seems
And I think you should take a little time to be with this loss and then decide whether or not to sponsor a new child.
Oh, look at that beautiful face.
I just caught this JCOS
When we were more in touch on here I remember you speaking with lovingcare about her!
"Funny" how today (i need to hook up my CD chagner) I was at my sib's -listening to HUTDUB and hearing some of the songs i hadn't heard in awhile...... including "Crumbs". I was singing the "where you live should not decide..." part.
Anyway, to hopefully havehad family face 2 face who cared where she was, and then to have people/(a person from afar) lending a lovingkind hand to a difficult situation. ( as others have said here) You added extra light & love to her life ~ it's a very beautiful giving, JCOS.
And I think you should take a little time to be with this loss and then decide whether or not to sponsor a new child.
So sorry for your loss. Dying from such preventable things should not happen
And I agree with reconsidering too. Maybe there are other ways to contribute - such as contributing to health, education or microcredit programs.
This is an old article but still makes some relevant points about some of the unfortunate drawbacks sometimes associatd with the specific child sponsorship process. (Of course there are benefits as well but it's good to consider both..)
Simply... Why You Should Not Sponsor A Child -- New Internationalist
Oh God, JCoster, I'm so sorry to hear this.