First, let me say sorry to Nelie, since I had hoped to post sooner so that you would know we got here okay. We got in kind late Saturday evening, because the boys both got sick (repeatedly) driving through the mountains Sat morning. Then the internet cafe was closed Sun and the day just got away from me yesterday.
After we got out of the mountains we had an okay drive Saturday and enjoyed being reunited with our team. Sunday was a great day, as we began it with worship at the Jesus of Nazereth Church where the Casa hogar kids were part of a VBS presentation. It is such a blessing to worship there. Sunday afternoon we went to the beach with the kids from Casa Hogar, along with the other team who is here, Susan´s group from CAK in Knoxville. Our kids had a blast getting to know both. They adore the older guys from CAK and UT.
Monday we worked our fannies off tearing down a rock wall. I enjoyed using the sledgehammer for about an hour, but am paying for it today. All four kids did so great yesterday, and all thought it was really fun. After siesta we returned for our first night of VBS, and all went well. Our kids all did really well getting to know the Casa Hogar kids and interacting with them. Reagan has made a good friend, Nadia, and I´ve been pleased that my boys have become friends with Uriel, Giovanni and Osiel. Our boys, Mandy and I joined several of the kids for cards until about 9 pm. It was loads of fun. It amazed Mandy and I to see the change in Uriel. Last year he was so shy and withdrawn. This year he is comfortable and outgoing. It is so encouraging.
Today was an emotionally draining day for me. Sam was constantly upset that he could not operate the sledgehammer full time, and eventually had a total meltdown. But I think it was a good growing opportunity for us both, and once he recovered, he´s been fine since. We´re all looking forward to spending some more time with the kids this evening. Tomorrow is our day off, and while I will miss seeing the Casa Hogar kids, I am looking forward to spending the day fellowshipping with our team. We have such a great team, and we have enjoyed each other´s company immensely. Just don´t play Spoons with us unless you´re serious. . . :)
Please remind Ethan and Sam that we are praying for each of you and your team. We can't wait to hear all that God is doing in each of your lives. I'm so glad the boys are having this opportunity. Did you see Andy's blog? The Lord sure is blesing our family in so many neat ways!
Posted by: Mom at Julio 12, 2005 09:55 PMWilla, what is your flight number and which airline? And what time do you arrive in Atlanta? Perkins and Krista are flying into Atlanta 9:30 Sunday night and Amie was gonna see about picking you guys up instead of Julio if it wasn't too late at night. Let us know ASAP so we can plan, please. See ya Monday!
Posted by: Mom at Julio 13, 2005 04:58 PMI think our flight lands at 1030 or so. Don´t know the flight no will get it for you tomorrow
Posted by: willa at Julio 13, 2005 05:24 PM