This last week I have been spending most of my time at the school San Lucas and at the two orphanages, which means spending lots of time with kids. I thought that I would be the one blessing them, but really it feels more like they are the ones blessing me. The kids at the orphanages have so much love to give, but they rarely have anyone to share it with. So, the two hours that I spend with them I get a big dose of smiles, hugs, and laughter. My host brother Jhassmanny and I went to the younger kids' house last night and ended up spending about 4 hours there helping with homework and then dancing swing, Indian leg wrestling, and lots of "pick me ups." Jhassmanny took some video with his phone. We watched the videos over and over again.I am so beside myself about how well things are going here. It can only be by God's will that things can go so smoothly. I love being with the kids. I have thrived in the Peruvian culture. My Spanish is pretty darn good. I am so glad that I am here.
5 comments:
Glad to hear things are going well, Joel. May God continue to bless you on this mission.
Chad+
You always did dominate at leg wrestleing!
Joel, it looks like you definitely have a gift with children and I understand why... I'm thankful you are being blessed while giving so much of yourself. God is so good! :)
stoked bro. sounds like you're where God wants you. so good.
Joel,
If I get the hang of this blogging thing, I may actually get a note off to you. God, Please help me.
It is so wonderful to see you with the children. It is also so great to hear you say they just want to share their love with you. SO please give them lots of hugs from us in Texas! God bless you and know that you and the children there remain in our prayers!
Debbie Pop
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