Comment from Sarah Tummey

Excellent

I'd never heard of them before, but they sound an amazing couple. I'm sure with some of the foster children's permission, they could make a film about them that would raise awareness about foster carers and inspire others.

 Comment Written 17-May-2023

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reply by the author on 17-May-2023

Thank you, Sarah. That would be an excellent way to promote foster caring. The hard reality might be off -putting to some, however. Their quiet background work, all for Jesus and in His Name, was inspiring to me. Thank you for a lovely review, very thoughtful.
Wendy

Comment from Pearl Edwards

Excellent

What an amazing story of mothering. It takes special people to be able to do this and give love and comfort to so many damaged children, us their own Kombi full. Beautifully told Wendy, thanks for sharing their story. It is nice to read of love and compassion in the real world. Cheers
Valda

 Comment Written 16-May-2023

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reply by the author on 17-May-2023

Thank you Valda. Yes, I like such stories of humble but inspiring people. A lovely review.
Wendy

Comment from w.j.debi

Excellent

I agree, she is a super mum. I love that she took time for her own children and then reached out to so many more. Some may not remember her because they were too little, but she made a huge difference in the time they needed her.
Thanks for sharing this inspiring story.

 Comment Written 15-May-2023

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reply by the author on 15-May-2023

Thank you very much for your thoughtful words. I am glad you enjoyed her story.
Wendy

Comment from Spitfire

Excellent

What an inspirational story. Maybe her daughter can turn it all into a biography or better yet, a screenplay. You give many examples of the problems orphan babies have. So sad about the child in the same diaper for days. For some, that really got to me!

 Comment Written 15-May-2023

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reply by the author on 15-May-2023

Thank you very much, Shari, for your thoughtful and compassionate review. Yes, that bit got to me too. There would have been a lot of chafing and severe nappy rash. And the poor heroin babies - what a horrific start to life.
Wendy

Comment from jessizero

Exceptional

This was an amazing and uplifting story! It was captivating, as well. It captured my attention at the beginning and kept it to the end. Thank you for sharing, and best wishes to you.

 Comment Written 14-May-2023

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reply by the author on 14-May-2023

Thank you very much Jessi. I am so glad you enjoyd it, and I thank you very much for the six stars. Very special to me.
Wendy

Comment from royowen

Excellent

What a wonderful mission in life. Foundations built on love and order are incredibly important. Coming from a decidedly insecure childhood, with warring parents, and negative influences, I have found the security of a Loving God, and the outworking of that non chaotic acceptance, and God finding me, which was important, the thought of a personal, omnipotent loving God rescued me. The importance of kids coming into a loving, nurturing environment, is so important, Beautifully written, blessings, Roy

 Comment Written 14-May-2023

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reply by the author on 14-May-2023

Thank you very much for your thoughtful review. Yes, the importance of those early years is enormous, so foundational.
Wendy

reply by royowen on 15-May-2023

Absolutely

Comment from T B Botts

Exceptional

Hello Wendy,
thanks for sharing this great story with us. Once our seven children were grown up, I used to wonder if it would be plausible for us to do any foster care, but I realized that neither Jan nor I had the patience to be able to do it. I applaud those whom God has called to do this important work. It gives these neglected children a chance to change their lives and get them headed in the right direction. Happy Mother's day gal.
Tom

 Comment Written 14-May-2023

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reply by the author on 14-May-2023

Thank you very much Tom. I am so glad you enjoyed it, and I thank you very much for the six stars. Very special to me. Yes, it is a very difficult job, but they both had a strong sense of God's calling. It's not for everyone.
Wendy

Comment from Paul McFarland

Excellent

Another heart warming story, Wendy. This one really appropriate on Mother's Day. I can't imagine doing what they did. They are, clearly, very special people.

 Comment Written 14-May-2023

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reply by the author on 14-May-2023

Thanks so much Paul. Yes, such special people. Glad you enjoyed it.
Wendy

Comment from Verna Cole Mitchell

Excellent

Oh my! What a giant you introduced to us. (You do introduce us to the most noble beings!) I admit I could never have done what she has done - such love - such unselfishness - such wisdom - such strength, and more! This makes me realize all my inadequacies! Happy Mother's Day, Carolyn Stedman!

 Comment Written 14-May-2023

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reply by the author on 14-May-2023

Thank you Verna. Your words echo my reactions as I researched her story! I appreciate your thoughtful and insightful, review.
Wendy

Comment from barbara.wilkey

Excellent

Thank you for sharing this wonderful couple with us. I admire them both greatly. It's difficult to work with children who life dealt them a difficult start. I enjoyed reading.

 Comment Written 14-May-2023

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reply by the author on 14-May-2023

Thank you Barbara. Yes, they are making a difference in their small corner, and will likely never know the full impact of their love and care.
Wendy