It rained for a long time during the night. I fell asleeep with the sound of it falling on the metal roof over my head. It was a new experience and rather nice. The day dawned clear and cool and the work continued on Ricardo's house. The roof over the kitchen was completed and the interior walls will be completed and painted tomorrow. Just in time for the house blessing on Friday morning.
By far the highlight of our whole trip was our visit to Los Papitos in the afternoon.
They were so appreciative of our gifts. While Marcus narrated in Spanish the story about why Christmas Candy Canes were colored as they are, Tom Sevier handed out candy canes to every one. Following the story, Bertalina led everyone in the singing of Nicaraguan folk songs, one of which she created on the spot.
It was so wonderful to see this group of parents and children that are so in need of love and the joy that can only come from God, laugh and enjoy the moment. Many of us had brought bubbles and the therapists greatly appreciated that, because they will be used to help the children increase their lung capacities. What we had thought would be a simple toy will also be used in their long-term development. Only a loving God can turn a simple gift into such a blessing.
—Pastor Larry (San Ramon, Nicaragua)
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