My Summer

Every night I go to bed to the sound of planes flying over the house, dogs fighting in the streets, thoughts in Spanish in my head, and with the hope that there will be running water in the shower in the morning. (I have take bucket showers all week!)
I love being here! It has been an adjustment, but now I know the family and have made friends. I have experienced life changing events. I'm glad I'm here.
It was hard at first-no one spoke English...now I can call a taxi and get around here by myself! :) I love the independence. I was told I spoke better Spanish than a missionary couple that have been here for 8 years. :) That makes me feel good.
The family was an adjustment too. There are 13...and I wasn't used to that. Now I love them! I wouldn't change it for the world. There is always something going on. Last night I rocked my 7 month old "neice" to sleep. The age differences are amazing. :)
The food has also improved! I now eat! :) I actually crave the tortillas...I don't know what I will do without some of the food here...chocobananos especially!
School starts on Wednesday after a 2 week break. I'm excited to get back into the swing of things. Teaching English to 2-5 year olds is a challenge. But I love them all so much. I love them for their energy for life and their energy to learn.
Praise God for his faithfulness through everything! :) I love where I am right now. I am completly and happily content. I have my down days still...but I always know it will get better...I will always have another bucket shower morning. :)
Miss you all!