I just recently received these lovely photos from Pastora Gutierrez Reyes, taken back in November of the "doll gifting" event in the Pueblo of Benito Juarez. As you'll remember, we sent a box of 40 dolls to the women of Vida Nueva Cooperative to distribute to poor children in some of the outlying pueblos where the cooperative works. I know the photos are a little late in arriving, but they are simply precious none the less. These adorable little faces will warm your heart despite the chilly weather.
Not everyone wanted a doll--although many of the boys did opt for one, as you can see by the photos. The women of the cooperative also bought some plastic balls to distribute to the children who didn't want a doll, and, in keeping with their respect and reverence for the elders among them, appointed the eldest member of the cooperative to distribute the gifts.
We are extremely grateful for our collaborative relationship with the good women of Vida Nueva Cooperative. On Saturday, March 7th, we are holding a day of food, fundraising and crafting here in St. Petersburg to benefit the outreach work the cooperative does--such as teaching traditional herbal medicine, raising awareness around domestic violence, and supplying poor women and children with vitamins and folic acid. If you live in the St. Petersburg area and would like to join us, by all means don't hesitate to contact me at karen_rushen@yahoo.com .
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