Joanne (From Tuesday and Wednesday)
Greetings from across the border,
We’re in our third day; out of clothes, out of air, out of steam, but lots of bites, sunburn, and dirt. Sunday was a great day, with time to worship and visit all the sites. It’s great to see friends in San Vicente, old and new. The children are precious and so full of love.
A big change at the Casa, the new compound for the moms and children. 90 % is done; even have a courtyard beautifully landscaped.
It is now Tuesday; lost my thought from yesterday; too much was going on and never completed what I was saying. Today was a very busy day with all of us going different directions. The majority of the group went to one of the migrant camps helping build the footings for a church building. Some of the men were attempting to raise an 800 lb. high beam. Unfortunately, one of the winches broke; we have to go to Encenada to get another one. A group of women worked at the Casa, taking out all the kitchen “stuff” then we cleaned and sanded, then varnished cupboards. Tomorrow we will be moving the other side of house (which is now the nursery) into the kitchen area, clean and paint.
The same group, in between kids napping at the Casa, prepared for our annual birthday party ( we cover May, June and July birthdays).
The birthday party tonight was a fun time with the children (and adults). We started with a pinata then cake and birthday presents for the children and moms. Time with the children, jumping rope, etc. It’s a fun event. We got back to the hotel by 9:30 and everyone was anxious to get into showers.
Too many events to write about; others will share. As usual, coming here is so delightful. I used to think I would come here to do great things but now I know they give us more than we bring. God always has such good timing; it’s always perfect. He has done great things here in San Vicente. Time for bed. Joanne
We’re in our third day; out of clothes, out of air, out of steam, but lots of bites, sunburn, and dirt. Sunday was a great day, with time to worship and visit all the sites. It’s great to see friends in San Vicente, old and new. The children are precious and so full of love.
A big change at the Casa, the new compound for the moms and children. 90 % is done; even have a courtyard beautifully landscaped.
It is now Tuesday; lost my thought from yesterday; too much was going on and never completed what I was saying. Today was a very busy day with all of us going different directions. The majority of the group went to one of the migrant camps helping build the footings for a church building. Some of the men were attempting to raise an 800 lb. high beam. Unfortunately, one of the winches broke; we have to go to Encenada to get another one. A group of women worked at the Casa, taking out all the kitchen “stuff” then we cleaned and sanded, then varnished cupboards. Tomorrow we will be moving the other side of house (which is now the nursery) into the kitchen area, clean and paint.
The same group, in between kids napping at the Casa, prepared for our annual birthday party ( we cover May, June and July birthdays).
The birthday party tonight was a fun time with the children (and adults). We started with a pinata then cake and birthday presents for the children and moms. Time with the children, jumping rope, etc. It’s a fun event. We got back to the hotel by 9:30 and everyone was anxious to get into showers.
Too many events to write about; others will share. As usual, coming here is so delightful. I used to think I would come here to do great things but now I know they give us more than we bring. God always has such good timing; it’s always perfect. He has done great things here in San Vicente. Time for bed. Joanne
Dear Joanne: As usual, enjoy reading about what you are doing. God is really good! I know personally that your going to Mexico for the past few years has brought much joy and growth to your life!
I am wondering about your hand - how is it doing? I pray for you always!
Your big sis, Linda
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Big sis, Linda, It is now Wednesday, the 19th and first chance to read comments. Wonderful time but tired. Not really ready to come home yet; then I have to face the fast pace in the U.S. Finger is internally infected and back on anti-biotics and one of our Mexican friends wrapped in one of their remedies to take swelling down. I'm dealing with it. Talk to you when I get home; we're on the go again. Love seeing our friends here; I love the relationships. Love Yoy, Joanne
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