"Heaven received a rare treasure last Friday, June 27 as Thabo (8 years old) died peacefully and was released from his frail and diseased body. Thabo came to Zimpeto over a year ago after being abandoned by his family because of his Aids and TB. He has suffered a great deal in his short life. The Aids and TB prevented him from gaining and sustaining a healthy weight, meaning that he was not able to walk. After he spent about 4 months in the hospital without a great deal of improvement, he went to the Zimpeto center to be loved and cared for in a more “normal” environment. Since then he has been cared for by a missionary in her home with 4 other boys, and 2 Mozambican caregivers. He’s had frequent outings to the pool, KFC,the city, eaten ice cream at the airport, seen animals at a safari park, enjoyed the beach, danced in others’ arms at church, & so many other experiences. After being rejected by his family because of his illness, he was loved to life at Zimpeto. Though his healing didn’t come on earth, we rejoice that he is running and dancing in heaven."
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