On October 30, the Board of Directors of Ama Ghar in Nepal, the Ama Ghar children and staff, and the Ellison family were joined by visiting friends for a “soft opening” of the new Ama Ghar home.
Laura Mae Ellison, assisted by Ama Ghar Board President Vijaya K.C., cuts the ribbon to officially open our new home.
Although the children will not be moving into the home for a few more weeks, the construction is essentially complete, and the moment was right for the presentation of a plaque to Laura Mae Ellison, in memory of her husband, Tom Ellison, who brought his family to Nepal when he came to work here in the 1950′s. The Ellison family donated funds for the building of the new home, and the plaque was intended to show our appreciation.
Thank you to the Ellison family, and especially to Laura Mae (called “Granny” by the kids) for making a long journey to cut the ribbon and initiate this happy occasion! There will be a more formal opening ceremony after the children are moved into the house – so stay tuned.
Presentation of a plaque to the Ellison family, in honor of Tom Ellison, and of the family's contribution to our new home.
Ama Ghar children watching the presentation.
Meeting room inside the new house, with cushions made by our wonderful staff member Uma from recycled fabric.
Laxmi, Pratima and Kalpana celebrate the occasion with Nepali drumming.
Bonnie,
Congratulations!
The house looks amazing, very well done and so wonderful to see Laura Mae(she looked so beautiful) and Ellison family at the opening and your dad being honored.
Can’t wait to visit,
Jane
Bonnie,
The house looks amazing. A lot better shape than when I was there. I can’t wait to see it. Great job.
Rob
Dear Bonnie:
Congratulations to Ama Ghar! I am so excited to see that your new home is almost finished! I look forward to visiting again soon.
I hope you enjoyed the book that I sent with Shrawan. I am missing all of my nieces and nephews.
Take care,
Fred Doar
Congratulations!The Ama Ghar Looks Amazing.All Be Great And Well Done.
San-Francisco,CA
Hi Bonnie,
So nice to read about your father being honored, and to see photos of your families…mom, siblings and Nepalese! I have such fond memories of my time with all of you, and really am happy about your new home. You have made the dream a reality. Best of luck in the beautiful new space.
Cathy Epstein
Dear Bonnie,
Congratulations!!! Wow, I am very happy for the children of Ama Ghar and the groups hard work! You have a very unique and special place in the heart of Nepal, a loving home for Ama Ghar Children.
Warm Regards,
Norma R. Isaczai
Dear Bonnie,
I was so surprised and happy to read about and see the pictures of Ama Ghar. First time seeing a picture of your mom, such a wonderful lady.
I’m so proud of all of your hard work. You did It!
All the best, Debbie
Dear Bonnie,
Congratulations! It’s a wonderful accomplishment and the world is so lucky to have been made better through your vision, drive and goodness. May you all flourish in your fantastic new home!
With much love and respect,
Greg
Dear Bonnie: Congratulations to Ama Ghar! I am so excited to see that your new home is almost finished! I look forward to visiting again soon. I hope you enjoyed the book that I sent with Shrawan. I am missing all of my nieces and nephews. Take care, Fred Doar
Dear Bonnie, Congratulations! It’s a wonderful accomplishment and the world is so lucky to have been made better through your vision, drive and goodness. May you all flourish in your fantastic new home! With much love and respect, Greg
Dear Bonnie: Congratulations to Ama Ghar! I am so excited to see that your new home is almost finished! I look forward to visiting again soon. I hope you enjoyed the book that I sent with Shrawan. I am missing all of my nieces and nephews. Take care, Fred Doar
Bonnie,
How wonderful to help all those children that need it so bad over there. To teach them them how wonderful life can be, to learn and to feel love from others. What a wonderful accomplishment by those who love and care for others. It was great to see the pictures of Laura Mae, she looks great. Memories of our years past come rushing back as I watch the video and see all the changes there in Nepal and the changes you are making in the lives of these children.
Best wishes always,
Lois