We have been here only but a short time and already it feels appropiate to in some essence of the word call this home-- besides the fact that 98.2% of the time (I have picked up 1.8%) I have absoultally no clue what they are saying around me. Though I did learn today that if I watch my TV and put spanish subtitles at the bottom I will be fluent in no time.
We learned some things from the first day and had to do some flexing today. After a mad scramble to find something on the internet engaging yet appropriate for the kids (and in spanish) God came up strong with a condensed clip of space jams that was dubed over in spanish to help fill some time inside away from the very hot sun. God is denfinetly testing us to see if we will put our trust in Him and see if are willing to change OUR agenda. Today I also helped to run a station where one kid was blindfolded and another had to lead them through a maze. It was amazing because many of the kids (even the much older ones) did not know the difference from their left and right. It was inspiring to see how they helped each other and those that knew the difference were eager to help the others. It truly is one big family here.
We also had the opportunity to drive through Juarez and go to the market. Many people were able to buy things from stands and barter along the way (Kristen especially was like a kid in a candy store). Meanwhile Brett stopped and ate a Habenaro pepper (there is only one pepper hotter). Before he ate it he asked the sales man what it tastes like and the only thing comparable was fire. After he ate it he was asked what does it feel like he replied "like i just kissed Satan". That was not convincing enough for us so we bought a pack of dried Habenaros and myself, Tim, Kevin Andrews, Kady, Kristen, Laura and Steve all decided to try.... I assume it is the same as taking a bite out of the sun (i would not try it at home!)
The experinces here have been astounding and every night when I look from the hill and see the many many lights of El Paso I am quickly struck with an essence of reality as authentically happy kids (in that moment) need nothing more then a gesture of love from a practical stranger that does not even speak their language; and with that they shine ever so bright. God is shining all around here and I am thankful for all the prayers that have already been prayed however please continue to pray that God remains the center as we finish the week. May he be Glorified!!
In His Hands,
Emily
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