Maria is a poor girl from Asia. She was born without legs or arms, so her parents sent her to an orphan (孤儿) home. Maria couldn't live with them from then on. But, luckily, now she lives a happy life with love.

Four years ago, the Stewarts had three children——two daughters and one son. But Mr. and Mrs. Stewart still wanted to have one more child. So they would like to take another one home. 

Mr. and Mrs. Stewart found an organization (机构) first. People there gave them a list of children. They saw many names and photos on it. Then they found the picture of 9-month-old Maria and they loved her very much. So they asked to take Maria home. About a year later, Maria finally joined her American family. Everyone welcomed her. 

Now, Maria goes to school every week. She goes to hospital every month as well. Doctors there help to make her better. Everyone loves and cares much about Maria. She likes to play with animals. She likes to listen to music too. 

"For me, the important things in the world are my family and love. A life without love is a yard (庭院) without flowers, " Mrs. Stewart said. "That's why we took Maria home. "