Today was my first time welcoming a newcomer off the streets. All of a sudden a stretcher arrives from the ambulance with a woman covered in dirt and fear. We put her into the shower, and I happened to be the one in charge of getting that task done. The whole time she seemed so afraid. I don't think she understood that we were going to give her new cloths after we washed her up. Once we got her dressed and resting in bed, though, and she saw that our intentions were decent, she calmed down.
When lunch came, she did not want to eat at first, but a Sister eventually convinced her it was okay. I can't imagine what must be going through her mind. She comes from the street where no one will look, much less touch, her to a room full of massies, nuns, and foreigners surrounding her and pampering her to the fullest... for no apparent reason at first. It will be interesting to see her adjust to Kalighat. Perhaps, I will be able to see the effects of new-found hope and human love. Pray for us!
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