It really gives a great picture of Colombia and it has a lot of meaning for me because there are many people in it that I know and love. I've been to these places and walked these streets; both the beautiful areas and the difficult to look at. Pray for these kids. Those newly born again, and those still searching for the truth. The distance doesn't matter; prayers know no bounds. Keep watching God work because you are making a bigger difference than you think.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Half Way Through Our Third Week!!
Ok, so the grading papers part of teaching is not the best, but check these out!
The students are learning their Bible verses in sign language every week...
"he took up our infirmities.."
I came out of my classroom before school and found a circle of children from all different elementary school grades outside my door with our 3rd grade class hamster Tiny running around in the middle! (See the video at the bottom of this post!)
Our building is under construction and they let our class go on a little tour with hardhats and everything! We are building in phases as we raise the money. It was cool looking at the finished part of the building from the other side of the window.
We even got to go to the second floor!
Tiny the Hamster is a big hit around here.
Being a teacher just means that I am forever a student =)
Monday, August 17, 2009
Saturday, August 8, 2009
culture shock?
My Colombian experiences are growing exponentially!
- I can now get to and from school by myself without getting lost (bus), as well as to and from church (transmilenio)!
- I got my cedula (Colombian ID) today
- I went to a Quincenera party (the traditional 15th birthday celebration...although, think of it as how a typical wedding looks without the getting married part)
I will find out how I did on my Spanish placement test this week so that I can start taking classes. It is cool though, because I can already tell after these 10 days that I understand it better.
Here are a few pictures that I have had time to take in the midst of my school work!
Some common tropical fruits! My roommate Rose is eating a pattaya. You actually scoop it out with a spoon.
Granadilla is very common, and doctors actually tell parents to have it be the first fruit that they give to their babies. The kids like to call it "elephant snot." =)
This is a wonderful country and I am glad to be here, but I need more support. Please continue your prayers as I know the Colombians are, and if you have the ability, help me financially. You are giving 22 students a teacher, and all of their parents and the school a blessing. Thank you~
Dios te bendiga
God bless you
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