Orphanage in Vietnam

One purpose of my trip to Vietnam was to conduct primary research for my Capstone Project, which is the final paper that I need to write in order to receive my Master's. (And I better pass because I don't want to pay another $5,000 in tuition just to write a friggin' paper.) Since I've been back, I started writing my paper (50 page minimum requirement), but I have a long way to go. Most of the time I stare blankly at my screen, get distracted by Gmail Chat, or go outside to enjoy the sunny skies.

Every now and then, I'd look at the pictures of the orphans that I met. I smile, I get sad, and I'm hopeful all at once. I smile because the kids are so full of spirit and life despite their dire circumstances. I get sad because some of them will never have a family to love them. I'm hopeful because someone will adopt one of these kids and give them a chance of having a better future.