From Lynn and Christin...

Is it okay for missions work to be this much fun?

Yes, it's hard work. Today the teams that were building the school and the home came in with a mountain of mud clinging to them. More moving dirt tomorrow. The posts and roof are done at the house.

The team doing health checks see that there is as much paper work here as in the U.S. Our brains are tired.

The children are delightful and great to meet one by one rather than in a group. As soon as the teachers translate to them that we are NOT giving shots they are much less pensive. Edgar has had some "walk-in" patients.

Caroline and Tammy shared with the teaching staff today and did a devotional. The teachers are studying English so they are very open for visits and encouragement.

The puppet show went off without a hitch. At least 100 children were there to hear of Christ's love and plan through songs and puppet shows, followed by a devotional (in Spanish) by Rachel. Gloria and Rachel got great participation from the children.

This afternoon we hear joy and excitement in the room. It does feel like the trip got off to a slow start because of all of the logistics of orientation and the like. But now we are in the groove. The work is happening. The connections are being made. The barriers are coming down. The use of Spanish is increasing. The smiles are radiant. Giving a testimony or a hug is easier.

The Grammie in the back row is seeing special things. Praise God.

Coveting your prayers,
Lynny and Chrissie