Though it is wonderful to see it all come together it means the end is near and we'll have to be on our way.  The last week was a rush to finish everything on time for the opening ceremony on August 24th.  Over three hundred people showed up to the event with people lining up all afternoon for a peek inside.

    None of this would have been possible without the support and generosity of those who understand what it means to be a part of humanity.  We would specifically like to thank our donors from Canada, Ireland, England, and the United States.  A BIG thank you to ROTH Volunteers for their hard work and commitment to the project.  Finally, we would like to thank the entire community of Piave for hosting us and allowing us to become part of their families.

  A front view of the finished Piave Maternity Ward and Counseling Center. 

  The post-natal ward where women are allowed to rest alongside their newborn baby. 

  On September 11, 2007 the Piave Maternity Ward and Couseling Center hosted it's first delivery.  Margaret is the first of what we hope will be many babies safely delivered in the Piave Maternity Ward.