Past trips

Well my sister and I have been to Guatemala twice already. We have been fortunate enough to visit the same orphanages and feeding programs both years that we were there, and see the same children. Not only do we remember them, but they remember us as well and always question if they will see us again, and I love being able to say yes. To help you guys get an idea of some of the stuff we do, I thought I would put up some pictures and stories from last trip. If this is too long andboring then please feel free to simply close out and go back to facebook =]]. The picture to the left is the first feeding program we go to every year. We normally pass out the normal beans and rice and kids come from everywhere bringing any type of containerthey have to fill with food. Every year I've seen a little girl name Erica (on the right) who broke my heart into to pieces. I remember seeing her with a trashbag full of containers to get food for her whole family. She was quiet and not as happy as most of the barefoot fun loving children, and my heart broke for her. I saw her the next year as well and was able to be with her for most of the day and it was a shame it took me so longto see her smile, because it melted my heart whenshe finally did.

We also are able to paint orphanages for the kids to make there rooms a little bit of a better and exciting place.

The second year we went back to the same orphanage to see Amado, rebecca, and lucy and painted desks. The orphanage had opened a school as well so the kids could learn and the desks were rough and unpainted. We were able to sand and paint the desks and when we took a break it always involved going out to play futbol with the kids. The kids there have the most

amazing spirits and hearts that I have ever seen. They have no

thing: they have to rely on feeding programs to eat and most walk on the glass filled streets without the protection of shoes. However, I have never heard them complain. They

don't resent Americans for our wealth instead lovingly welcome us and play with us, they teach us there language and show off their amazing country. While playing soccer, one little girl selflessly offered me a glass of water, and while I couldn't drink it I was amazed at her selflessness. I am truly blessed to be able to see these kids over and over aga

in. They have truly changed my life and I hope at some point I have changed theirs.

This year we get to go back to those same kids at those feeding programs. I cannot wait to hug all of them and play some soccer and feed their needs. We'll also get to meet up with the adicto a jesucristo team, which is full of friends that I can't wait to hang out with and work with. A tropical storm recently devastated guatemala and many homes are filled with mud and wastes. We have the opportunity to clear out the homes and give them a better living area. I can't wait to spend a week serving these amazing people. Thank you so much for your support and prayers. I plan on updating daily. Again, thank you so much!