Jimmy

Boy, Born March 30, 2007
PRC

From a missionary who visited with him in May 2010:  “ Jimmy is a delightful three year old with Down Syndrome.  He is decribed as being quiet and playful.  Jimmy doesn’t walk by himself yet, but he can get anywhere he needs by holding onto furniture and walls.  He only says a few words, but understands so much more. Jimmy has a close relationship with his foster father.  When foster dad hugs him and raises him up, he laughs happily.  Jimmy also loves the outdoors.  When foster mom takes him to pick up his older foster brother from school, he raises his head in his stroller, looks at the sky, and laughs heartily.  He is curious about everything. ”

Update in July 2011:  Jimmy, now four years old, has been on the shared list for a long time … At the time his file was submitted, he didn’t even walk yet! Now he runs. When the file was prepared, he didn’t speak at all. He’s still a man of few words, but he does call those in his foster family by name …  If his family doesn’t find him soon, they may move him out of his foster home to make room for another child who they feel may have a better chance at a family.”

More photos available, along with full medical records.   Single moms permitted, no more than 6 children at home, only one parent has to travel.

Jamie

Boy, born 01/19/07
T-HSA

Jamie is a spirited, curious young boy. He was born a full term baby at 40 weeks, by a birthmother who smoke and drank moderately during the pregnancy. A 2009 medical summary indicates that Jamie has Strabismus, as well as minor delays in language and development, but current reports point towards his positive progress. Jamie currently lives with a foster family and has adjusted well. He is currently making strides in his development, and his caretakers say he is at the level of other boys his age. In June 2011, it was noted that his general and fine motor skills are improving, as is his verbal expression. This improvement is especially apparent in the adorable home videos we have of him!  Jamie is an inquisitive and social child, who loves to play with his foster sister. He is waiting for his forever family to bring him home where he can receive the love, care and guidance he needs to thrive!