Single Father Getting New Home With Indoor Bathroom #WATWB
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Improving Living Conditions for Father and Daughter
Canadian Dodie Schadlich lives in La Libertad, Ecuador and helps those in her community who could use a bit of assistance. The following project to rebuild a father and daughter’s home is an example.
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| Current home occupied by father and daughter, to be replaced in February Photo courtesy of Dodie Schadlich |
What does a person say? The hearts & generosity of people never cease to amaze me.
I received a significant anonymous donation today, its purpose is to rebuild a home for a single father and his 11 year old daughter.
Their current home is standing weakly in a drainage area in the barrios on the edge of town; last year with all the rains, it came close to washing away. The conditions are unsanitary and dangerous and sad to the core of ones soul.
The photos, the vision, often bring silence while the mind attempts to process.
I know personally the beautiful young lady that calls this place home and I cannot wait to tell her and her father, the precious gift they are about to receive.
Construction begins in February and the family moves into their new home in March.
Indoor bathroom
In a Facebook post, which you can read here, Dodie reveals exciting news for the father and daughter:
We can even include a small septic system. They will finally have a bathroom.
That’s right – the home will have an indoor bathroom, something most of us take for granted.
I am so impressed by Dodie, her team, and the anonymous donor, who are elevating the living conditions for this family.
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| The current home, which was almost lost during 2017 rains Photo courtesy of Dodie Schadlich |
UPDATE
The new home is complete and father and daughter are thrilled to be in their new home!
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Emily Bloomquist
I am a US Expat in Ecuador. I grew up on a Minnesota farm, worked in IT in California's Silicon Valley, then moved to a coastal Ecuador fishing village. My goal is to share Ecuador with you, one snippet at a time. Topics include attractions, compassion, ecotourism, Ecuador products, everyday Ecuador, and flora and fauna. Please let me know what you would like to read more about!
8 Comments
Hilary Melton-Butcher
Hi Emily – what a lovely happening for that family … so precious to them. Great to know about the anonymous donation and I bet they are so excited for March to come around. Thank goodness they didn't lose their home … excellent #WATWB post … cheers Hilary
Emily Bloomquist
You are right, Hilary, I am sure they are so excited for their new home. What a blessing. Thanks so much for visiting and commenting as always!
Eric Lahti
Wow. It's hard to imagine that in a world where most people think they're poor because they can't afford an iPad. Stories like this remind me to be thankful for every little thing.
Emily Bloomquist
Sorry for the delayed response Eric. Your comment was hiding in my spam folder.
I agree with you – be thankful for every little thing. Thanks so much for commenting.
Lizbeth Hartz
Hi Emily – what a heartwarming story. Yes, we have so much we take for granted, don't we? How wonderful that there are folks who give just to give, not caring for recognition or reward. Thanks so much for sharing.
Emily Bloomquist
It is true Lizbeth, we do take so much for granted.
I love donors who are not seeking recognition. Thanks for visiting and commenting!
Lynn Hallbrooks
It is wonderful when people give from the goodness of their heart. Perhaps when this project is completed, you can give us an update on their new living quarters. Thanks for sharing this story and for being a part of #WATWB
Emily Bloomquist
Great idea, Lynn. I will write a follow up once they are in their new home. Thanks so much for your kind comments and for tweeting this story.