School Building- the Latest!

I'm am excited and looking forward to the completion of the school building in Guatemala! I have an update for you on the progress of the building.

Before Christmas I learned that tile was up on the walls, with plans to finish the floor after Christmas, in one of the bathrooms. (Yippee for progress!)

Today I found out what still needs to be completed and how much is needed for that...so I want to share it with you, then if it's in your heart to do, you can get involved! =)

The total cost still needed is $3,500. This includes: stucco, 4 doors, 4 windows, finishing the boys bathroom, an area for washing, and the electrical connection by the power company.

To me that doesn't sound like a lot of money...I'm sure if we get behind this it could be done quickly. I know I'm personally doing something about this, and I hope you'll join me. It is going to be wonderful for the children to have a school building!

Thank you for taking the time to think about this opportunity to bless these precious children!
Have a happy New Year!!!! =D

Want to get involved? Here's what to do:

1) Make checks payable to Mutual Faith Ministries International (MFMI)

2) Clearly designate: For LIFE Unlimited Guatemala- School
3) Mail to:
MFMI c/o LIFE Unlimited
P.O. Box 951060
Mission Hills, CA 91395-1060

School building progress

I want to share the vision for the school with you, and then some pictures. =)

The vision for the school is primarily that the children know Christ and secondarily to provide the children with a good education so they can break the cycle of poverty. Without that good education when the children leave the home they struggle. However, with a good education they have a better chance of success. The children who have seen others leave the home without an education and have seen their struggle now have a vision for education. These children better understand the value of a good education.

The vision also includes providing the children with an education in computers, using a library, and developing life skills in addition to the basic subjects.

Below are some pictures of what the school looks like now. So much progress has taken place since I last posted pictures of it. Enjoy! =)





<----- Here is the school! =)

This is one of two bathrooms. ----->

(They still need toilets, stalls, sinks, and tile on the walls and floors.)

<---- This is a closet.

(A great place for needed shelving.)

The second part of the school. ---->

(It still needs stucco and paint.)

<------ This is the office.

(It needs office furniture and shelving.)

This is one of five classrooms! ---->

(Won't it look great with the needed desks and writing boards?!)

I would like to see this school completed. The school year in Guatemala starts in January and the goal is to have two class rooms and the bathrooms completed by then. Would you help? Beyond the things I wrote beside the pictures, these things are also needed to complete the school:

windows and doors (special doors and windows which will protect everything inside)

pavers blocks (for the courtyard in front of the school- an area for the children to play)

curtains, etc. for decoration

pencil sharpeners, etc. for school use

computers

library

$1800 is needed at this point for the windows and doors.

If you would be interested in helping finish the school building for these precious children, please do the following:

1) Make checks payable to Mutual Faith Ministries International (MFMI)

2) Clearly designate: For LIFE Unlimited Guatemala- School
3) Mail to:
MFMI c/o LIFE Unlimited
P.O. Box 951060
Mission Hills, CA 91395-1060

A family tradition...

One of our family traditions to is to go as a family to find a Christmas tree, cut it down, bring it home, and decorate it. We really enjoy this time together. It's just fun! =)
This year the wind was very cold out in the fields...and being that I just returned from Guatemala not that long ago, it felt even colder to me. But it was still a great time. Great memories! =)

Back in the States...

<------- I went from here,









<--------- to here!
















Yes, I am back in the cold of the northern United States. Quite a temp change for me going from Guatemala to Illinois! There are also many other things different being back in the States. But I'm here planning my wedding...YEAH!!! =D

Thanksgiving

I had a great Thanksgiving this year. We had the official Thanksgiving dinner a few days before with all the kids from the home. Then the family (the one I'm marrying into) headed off to the beach. It was so wonderful. =) We just relaxed...walking on the beach, playing in the waves, laying by the pool, swimming...very nice! We also released sea turtles into the ocean. It was a very good time in all...here's some of the pictures. Enjoy! =)

BIG NEWS!!! =D

Well, the BIG news is that I got engaged on Sunday night (16th of November)!!!! =D
Since I sent everyone here for the details on how I got engaged...here they are. =)

It started about 5:30pm on Sunday. Micah and I were not really doing anything, just hanging out. Then Micah asked if I was doing anything at around 7:00. I said I didn't have any plans. So, he said I could come up in nice clothes at 7:00. (I had a very good idea of what was coming.) Now, I don't think I've ever taken an hour and a half to do so little with getting myself ready to go somewhere. (I was so full of anticipation and excitement that I didn't know what to do with myself...I felt so girly!)

Anyway, at about 7pm we left for the city...we live out in the country. But as we were leaving he told his parents when we'd be back, which we don't usually specify. (Another hint as to what was coming.) We went to eat at La Hacienda (a nice steak restaurant in Guatemala). We ate our meal and talked, then we ordered dessert. When it came he couldn't eat because he knew what was coming, and I didn't eat because he wasn't. Micah was really nervous and we tried to talk about something...which ended up being the way the dessert was decorated.

Then Micah started talking about the real subject at hand. =) He asked if I was happy with the way things are (us "not dating" dating...because I don't "date"), [and I said yes]...if I wanted to just keep going like this [I said no.]...or if I'd rather be engaged [I said yes]. He said that if he could move his legs he'd do something about it...and after a little bit he did. He stood up and took a box out of his pocket, walked around to the other side of me, and got down on his knee. He said he'd had this, referring to what was in the box, for a long time and wanted to ask me. Then he asked if I would marry him. I said yes. He put the ring on my finger. The ring size is perfect. The stone size is perfect. It's beautiful! People clapped and cheered and the waiters came over with this thing that makes noise like fireworks. (Then we got back to dessert...but I couldn't eat for a while because I was so excited.)

What an amazing experience! I'm loving being engaged! Here's a picture of the ring:



So much joy and excitement these last few days- first with getting engaged, of course, then the fun of telling everyone about it. =)
So, now you know too...

The Pacaya

I went on an adventure last Sunday...I climbed a volcano for the first time! What a climb the last part was. But it's rather amazing to see and do...'cause I can say- I climbed a volcano! =) The glowing picture is of the inside of the volcano. Enjoy!

Greetings from Guatemala!

We are near the official end of summer. The weather here isn't like I'm used to summer being, so it didn't really feel like summer. Some things have been changing here and I’ll try to update you on the way things are now. Praise be to God for His faithfulness! He is taking care of me and leading me forward step by step.

The big change here is in what I’m doing with the majority of my time. Instead of teaching Joaquin and Marcos, I am now working in LIFE Tender Mercy Home. (The home I helped in when I was here last August.)


I am working with seven children in the mornings. We sing songs, read stories, play with play dough, color, play with puzzles, and play in general. I speak to them mostly in English and they are understanding a lot in the three months I’ve been working with them.

In the afternoons there are three more children, making ten total. When the weather is nice, we play in the park. Afterward I help with baths. With one person bathing and one dressing the children, all ten can have their baths done in less than an hour, even a half hour. The system works well. =)

I am enjoying working with the young children. The littlest are under two years old. The oldest are ten years old. There are the joys and challenges that come with working with children, but I am enjoying it and continuing to grow and learn.

Children’s clubs are still on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. I am also continuing to teach English class to three of the older boys, though now two days a week instead of three.


I work in Tender Mercy all day Monday- Friday, and in the morning on Saturday. English class is Monday and Wednesday just before dinner. After working all week I thoroughly enjoy my day and half off on the weekends. It is a good time to have some fun relaxing before beginning the next week. (As well as try to catch up on some things.) My favorite thing to do by far with my free time is hang out with Micah- who I mentioned briefly in my previous newsletter. We have now become more than friends and really enjoy time we get to spend together.

I really enjoy working with the kids in this home. Even when I’m so tired in the morning, when I walk through the door and the kids come running for a hug it brightens my day so much. They are sweet children and I am glad to have this opportunity to love on and work with them. =)

I appreciate your continued support! I so appreciate those of you who continue to support me financially and through prayer! It does make a difference. Thank you!

And Three Months Later...

Hi there!

If anyone still looks at this blog...it's been about three months since I wrote anything. Well, I'm still alive and living in Guatemala. =)

Life is busy working with children mostly. I'll try to write more later...

Hehehe

It's a New Season...

So, I had a week off the mission field for spring break, toward the middle/end of March. Since school was out and I wasn’t teaching, I had the opportunity to visit family and friends in the States. It was a much needed and much enjoyed time. I thank God for the opportunity to see everyone and be refreshed.

I don’t know about your life, but I am in a new season. I’m not really sure what things are going to look like in this new season, but I do know that it will be good because I know that God has good plans in store for us. =)

So, it’s after spring break and I’m back teaching, but a little differently. Now I am more in a internship for teaching. I still teach some classes, other classes I observe and assist with whatever is needed. I am learning through observing and hands on application.

The children’s clubs are continuing. As I have gotten to know the children better, and my Spanish continues to improve, things seem to be going better. Of course there are challenges, but God is faithful. I am excited about something I started with the girls last week in their meeting. I started teaching them a dance to “I’m Trading My Sorrows” by Darrell Evans. They are enjoying it as well. =)

(I actually used this song, along with my friend Ana Ana, to teach a dance to children in Mexico last March. I am glad that I am getting to use it again!)

Something new that just started after my return to Guatemala is that I am now teaching English to three of the older boys. This is a new experience for me and I am learning a whole new set of things with this. They are well behaved and want to learn- so it is an enjoyable time. We have classes three times a week.

I have been really learning a lot lately spiritually as well, or at least I’m now realizing some things. I’ve “known” over and over that I need to study who I am in Christ. In the past I’ve started and haven’t continued to where I actually get it. This time I have a piece of paper on my wall that I am sticking smaller papers to as I come across a verse or something that tells me who I am. For example: “I am accepted. ‘to the praise of the glory of His grace, by which He made us accepted in the Beloved.’ Ephesians 1:6”

If you don’t know who you are in Christ, I greatly encourage you to open up the Bible and find out how God sees you...if you haven’t learned how He sees you I’m sure that you don’t see yourself how He does. It is so wonderful how He sees us- and that is the truth about us, not how we feel or what others say about us. I also recommend you listen to Pastor Joe Barlow and his sermon from March 16, 2008 called “Making Disciples 9- Identity in Christ pt. 1” and his sermon from March 30, 2008 called “Making Disciples 9- Identity in Christ pt. 2 (the real one)”. You can access these sermons through the website: familylife.cc or through itunes, look for Family Life Christian Center. These, and a few other sources, have greatly encouraged me to once again find out how God sees me- and this time keep going until I actually see myself that way!

So, yes, God is at work in my life and all is well. I really APPRECIATE those of you who continue to pray for me. I KNOW it makes a difference!

That’s an update on my life...if you’d like to write and let me know what God is doing in your life via email, I’d like to hear about it. Though I can’t promise I’ll be able to respond, or that a response will be in a timely manner, I will enjoy reading what God is doing in your life. =)

“And the God of peace will crush Satan under your feet shortly. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Amen.” Romans 16:20

School building update...

Here's the latest view of the school building...









I keep trying to post a video (I've been trying for days)...and therefore posting this picture has been delayed as well. If the video comes through, great! Otherwise, there's just this picture of the school.

Puppies!!!

Okay, so I'm not really a dog person, however, these puppies are cute and I know some people would want to see them. (Yes, Sam, this is mostly for you.) =)

So, enjoy the pics...they have grown soooo much since they were born.

A time change?

Okay, so it's a little late...

Last Sunday there was a time change because of the sun (day light savings) in the United States, and maybe much of the world. Well, here there wasn't. Just so you know, I'm now an hour earlier than Central Standard Time, so I guess now we're the same as Mountain Time.

In case you're trying to catch me at a certain time...that's what's happening here. =)

Oh, and if you live near my family or go to Family Life Christian Center, I'll be in town next week. So, make sure you don't skip church the next two Sundays if you want to see me. =)

Tortillas, part 2

Here's what the tortillas look like after they're shaped and cooked. Yummy! =)

Okay, they're not perfectly round, but they still taste good!

Tortillas!!!!

Okay, so when I was in Guatemala for a month, mostly in August, I learned how to make tortillas. Well, really I watched and tried to make tortillas, but they didn't turn out round and beautiful like the ones the women made who were showing me how to do it.

Well, this week we ran out of bread- so Sam and I decided to make tortillas. The first time was somewhat of an experiment to get the right amount of mix and water combined. From there I was amazed at how round the tortillas turned out! I was so happy they weren't falling apart and as oddly shaped as before. I'm sure there were several that didn't make the circle shape complete- but I was satisfied with my work. And they tasted good too! =)

So, here's some of what it looked like when I was making tortillas...

Windows of Opportunity

"But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect," 1 Peter 3:15

"You shall teach them diligently to your children, and you shall talk of them when you sit in your house, when you walk by the way, when you lie down, and when you rise up." Deuteronomy 6:7

There are opportunities to speak into the life of a child, or really anyone for that matter. Sometimes the opportunity comes in the form of a question. Sometimes in the form of a comment. 

For example, I was reading my Bible to one of my students. He recognized part of the armor of God because of a song we sang in class. I was able to tell him how when he speaks the Word of God it's like a sword. The example I used was Ephesians 6:1, which he also recognized from a song, to illustrate if he was being tempted to disobey, he could say, "Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right." to fight as a sword against the enemy.

There are little windows of opportunity to speak into the lives of those around us. Keep your ear tuned to the Holy Spirit and be aware of the opportunities that arise.

Enjoy the journey!

~Rebecca

Hidden in Christ

A First Mission Trip...

It's been a while since I posted, so here's a bit of what has been happening...

I've been taking care of the boys, aka my students and their older brother, for a bit over a week now. Thankfully, one of my best friends, Samantha, is here helping me! I am soooooo glad she's here!!!! (I can't emphasize that enough.) So, I'm going to take a moment to talk about her. =)

This is her first mission trip, and I'm excited it's with me! She has been helping me by taking care of cleaning, cooking, laundry, and also playing with the boys when I need a break. (It's a lot I know.) Beyond that she is helping me by just being here. Having a friend here helps so much- because laughter is good like medicine. =)

I am so thankful that she's here!!! (I did mention that, right?) She has been encouraging me and help me get some things back on track. God is speaking through her into my life- reminding me of things I've known and helping me see things that I couldn't see. Again, I'm so thankful for her coming and helping me! =)

[Sam, you're such a blessing to me!!!! Thank you!] =D

A Quick Packing Job...

It is so interesting to me how quickly I can pack when I have less stuff!
So, since I'm staying up with the boys while the Dvoraks are in Africa, I had to pack for a month. When I came for a month in August I had a packing list WAY ahead of time and took at least a day to pack.
So, yesterday I decided I should pack. So, in the morning I put a few things out. Then that afternoon I pulled some more things out on the bed. Last night I put everything into a suitcase and grabbed everything else- except what I should throw in this morning. It probably, in all, took about 2 hrs! I like that so much better than spending a ton of time on it. =)
Today, I brought it all upstairs. It seems funny to have to pack for a month when I just moved up the hill- but it's true.
I'm heading into a month of filling in as mom, I guess you could say, for 3 children- really 2 children and 1 teen. I know that God will help me- so I know it will be good. =)
And life is just easier with less stuff- quite a lesson to learn coming from the western culture.
Well, that's all for now...
Hidden in Christ

Strength...

*This picture really has nothing to do with this post, besides that it was something I ate while here in Guatemala. =)*

Lately I've really been needing God's strength. And I've seen some things in familiar verses that I hadn't noticed before. So, I thought I'd share it with you...some is just me thinking, but here it is:

"that He would grant you, according to the riches of His glory, to be strengthened with might through His Spirit in the inner man," Ephesians 3:16

Strengthened with might through His Spirit according to the riches of His glory. It's not strengthened according to how much I do what I'm supposed to do- how much I read the Bible and pray (though they're important and strengthening to the spirit.)
I'm not strengthened according to how much I do everything right.
I'm not strengthened based on how I feel about myself, if I'm confident and outgoing.
I am strengthened according to the riches of His glory!
The riches of His glory are immense, far reaching, beyond me- far beyond my need.
His Spirit, the Holy Spirit, strengthens my inner man, or my spirit.
Praise God for His strength!

"Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us," Ephesians 3:20

According to the power that works in us. That could be according to the level we allow the Holy Spirit to work in us. Or it could be according to the power, which is of the Holy Spirit. It must be according to the power of God, which is at work in me also, because according to this power He does exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think. The power available doesn't appear limited in any way. So, this unlimited power is at work in me and can do exceedingly, abundantly, above all I ask or think!

To Him, indeed, be glory in the church by Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever. Amen! (verse 21)

His power is at work in me. And He can do exceedingly abundantly above all I ask or think. So much more than I ask, God is able to do. Much more than I even think, God is able to do.
So, He says, ask and it will be given to you. (Matthew 7:7)
And whatever you ask in My Name I will do it. (John 14:14)
The ability is unlimited. I need only ask! Praise God!

An exploring school day...

Friday was a casual school day...

My students and I headed out for a morning of exploring and learning- in an all fun way! =)

We walked up and down the hill. We look at the trees. We made things out of pine needles. We picked flowers. We gathered pine cones. We sang songs. We read a story. We had a picnic snack.

Then it started to rain and get cold, according to the climate here...


So, we moved our "camp" inside and continued with our fun.

We pressed some flowers in wax paper to save the beauty for another day.

We had a great time learning as we played. =)

These are pictures from our outdoor school day.

The School Building is Really Going Up...

The new school building is really going up fast. There was a team working here last week and a new team is coming out this week. Here's some video of what it looked like while they were working last week. There's even more done now. Enjoy!

First Meeting for the Girls...

Today was the first meeting of the international children's club for the girls. I think it went very well! 

There were 4 girls in the meeting. They were so excited. =) They got to dress up and they got to go in my room- which all the children love to be allowed to do. So, I decided to use the kind of living room for the girls to meet in. A special treat. =)

I didn't have a translator for this one. Interesting choice I my part really because some of the boys are bilingual and I had a translator, yet none of the girls know English and I didn't have one. However, I have the Holy Spirit and I have been learning a lot of Spanish since I was here in August apparently. I was able to carry on- though I wasn't sure I got everything across as I planned at some points. I think it went very well. I'm excited about what God is doing! =D

The boys' club begins...

Today we had the first meeting for the boys branch of the international children's club! =)

There were six boys and we went for a hike down the hill in the woods. Some of them call it a ditch.

After hiking down to a more open area, we sat down and I pulled out the flannel board and Betty Luken felts. Using the Spanish version of the story I told them about creation. We went from complete darkness through day five. I think the boys enjoyed being allowed to go down the hill- they love it...the being boys sort of thing. =)

Hermano Roberto came with to help translate when I didn't know the words. I read the story in Spanish and added some things that he translated for me. I'll get to the point where I can say it all myself- but I'm still learning.

I think it went well for the first meeting. Praise God! I was nervous about starting- but I knew it was the right thing to do. So, yeah!

Thursday is the first meeting for the girls branch of the club. It will go well also, I'm sure. It will be the same lesson- with a more girly environment. =)

Well, off again...
Blessings on you!

Shaking in church...

I'm a bit behind in posting about this, but I thought I'd let you know about Sunday's church service. It was my second time being in a Spanish speaking church in Guatemala. The first time I didn't understand much at all. So, this time Becky asked one of the older boys to translate for me. He did his best, as hard as it was because of how fast everything was said without pauses, and it made a big difference in how much I understood. I was very grateful for the help!

Okay, at the beginning. We arrived at church in the van (this van holds a lot of people, yet is narrow and has a good turning radius). So we got out of the van, went in the church, and found seats- worship had already started. I really like that they have the words to the songs on the wall because I can understand more and can actually follow along. I knew two of the songs in English, so it was easier to sing them in Spanish- I already knew the tune. In both songs that I knew, the power went out!

Now, the power going out here is not really the same as if it went out in the USA. When the power goes out here, it's just a normal part of life- everyone keeps on going, sometimes adjusting for the lack of light or something. So, when the power went out in church, everyone kept on singing and a guitar was unplugged to go acoustic. So, things carried on...

During the sermon, translation helped soooo much! The power was still out for most of the service- so everyone scooted closer and the pastor talked louder. During the service, there was a smallish, I guess, earthquake. Everyone sitting felt it. It started at one side and moved across to the other. The interesting things was the pastor didn't feel it and kept on preaching. People started waving him to the side- away from the hanging speakers. He realized what was happening and moved back. The the earthquake ended and service continued...as if nothing happened! Amazing. =)

There have been several earthquakes in the past week- though none for a few days now. The biggest was probably on Friday- which was the previous post. There has been no damage that I know of. God's hand is on us and He is taking care of us. It is so good to be in His care.

Well, that's all for now...there's a prayer meeting soon...
I'm safe in His hand.

Earthquake!

Last night was interesting here.

It was going along as a normal Friday night of watching the boys (my two students)- even after the power went out.

When the power went out, we were suddenly done with the movie (which had just frozen up anyway) and it was time to brush teeth and get in bed. My plan was to light some candles and get them off to sleep as quickly as possible.

It was just the routine (which I'm still learning) of getting the flashlight and lighting candles. As I was going to light the first candle, the match broke. Before I could get out another match, everything started shaking. (So thankfully no candles were lit.) I don't remember being in anything like that before, so I didn't really know what to do at the time.

I did what I knew to do. I held the boys close to me and tried to keep them calm. (They've been in earthquakes before and don't have fun memories of them.) I told them it was okay and God was taking care of us. I remembered a story Becky told of an earthquake- and that they went outside- so I moved us toward the door.

The shaking didn't last very long. When it stopped, I had the door open, and Hermano David and some of the older boys were coming up the stairs to make sure we were okay.
We were fine- no damage done...just some shaking up.

So, they took the boys down and I ran and grabbed their blankets and pillows, so they could sleep downstairs.

Downstairs we all stood close to the walls. The older boys lit some candles and put them on the tile floor. After a bit, and Hermano David checking on the kids in the other houses, and an evacuation plan was set up for any more earthquakes during the night, mattresses were brought out of the older boys rooms and everyone settled down. (The power came back on somewhere in there.)

The two boys and I settled onto one mattress. Really they were settled into it, and I was kinda on the side of it, falling off. (But my goal wasn't to sleep, just to help them get to sleep.) All the boys were told to keep their shoes on while they slept, in case they needed to get out of the house fast.

After a while everyone quieted down and went to sleep...or were at least quiet.

I dozed on and off. When I'd start to really fall asleep though, I'd start falling off the bed and wake up. =)

Maybe almost two hours after the earthquake David and Becky got back from their day out. They had felt the earthquake where they were too. After they got back, and the two boys were moved up to their beds, I went down to my bed.

As I was going to sleep I remembered Psalm 91. It's really a good chapter to think about! The part I thought about was, though a thousand fall at my side and ten thousand at my right hand, it will not come near me- or anyone on this property! We are protected. God's hand is on us.
Then another verse came to mind: the angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him and He delivers them.

How good it is to be taken care of by the Almighty GOD!!!!

First Day of School...

I just finished my first day of teaching here in Guatemala. It went well.

The first day of school starts with an sort of opening ceremony. Different people participated in different ways. Being that I'm still learning Spanish, I prayed in English...they were okay with that. (The prayer was my part.)

After opening the school year I got started teaching. I showed my students their books and some school supplies- which they were excited to start using!

I'm still getting the feel of how everything will really flow, but I've at least started and can adjust as needed. God is faithful!

Yesterday the power went out in the afternoon and was out for much of the night, coming on for a brief time- maybe an hour- before going out again. The power outage was due to the wind- it was howling around the house. The temperature has for sure dropped in the last day or two. It was in the 40s last night. (I noticed this morning that my bedroom windows were not closed all the way...so, in the future I should be a bit warmer than I have been at night!)

I am so blessed! Today the classrooms were changed around and I now have a sort of sweet- bed room, bathroom, and middle room that is larger-which I think will be great for worship dance! I have so much of my own space now! It's such a blessing!!!!

I'm not only developing a good relationship with my students, I also gets lots of hugs and "Rebecca"'s when I walk into the main room of the house where I'm staying. All but the youngest in that house come for hugs and want to talk to me- some in Spanish which is helpful. =)

I really am blessed! God's grace is on me for the cold as well- I have to keep remembering that. There are for sure people who have a lot less than me!

Remember, God loves you soooooo much!!!!!!
Until next time...

The Night Before...

I’m in bed getting ready to sleep for the night at 7:40pm- wow!

Well, tomorrow everything begins. Tomorrow is the teacher’s planning meeting- the only day to prepare for the school year, including an opening ceremony. So, we’ll be busy. Did I mention it’ll be in Spanish? Well, yes, from my understanding, the night before, it will be in Spanish...and I will be submersed in the language. Though my hope is that someone will help me when I get stuck. If there is no one else, I know that the Holy Spirit is my Helper. And He is more than enough.

This day, and yesterday, were pretty much filled with preparations for the meeting tomorrow. I have taught before, but not in this way. I haven’t had to present my goals for the year, my year plan, and the first week’s lesson plans, before the first day. So, I’ve been trying to prepare for something I’m not really clear what it will be like. But I know God will not leave me no matter what happens tomorrow.

So, we’ll see what tomorrow holds. But for now, I need some sleep- it will be an early morning and a full day. Catch you later!