Two of our members had fallen ill this week, those two members being the guys, Andy and Joshua. But thanks to a great leader and quick response, both are feeling better and acting like the kids they are. As far as we know, no one has fallen too ill with the food which has been a great blessing. It is fun to get together and discuss the different experiences we have had.
Our team leader, Karen Hess, celebrated her 29th birthday this week and we were able to celebrate with her and have a good lunch as a team at TGI Friday´s. Karen made it through her birthday without getting her face shoved in the cake which we hear is a tradition. If you hear the words, ¨Bite the cake¨ (probably in Spanish), don´t - unless you want to get to know your cake very personally.
Our Spanish teachers have been giving us a healthy dose of culture as well. Several times this week we ventured out to local shops and street markets and ¨ïnterviewed¨ local venders. This has been uncomfortable for most everyone, but has been good and the venders usually are very enthusiastic to help us. The people here are usually excited to see someone studying their culture and language.
Prayer requests for this week are directed towards travel. On Monday morning the team will be traveling to Copan to study the Mayan Indian (an indiginous group) culture and visit the ruins. We will be returning on Wednesday after a visit to San Pedro Sula and tour of a local banana plant (a major industry here). Friday morning Andy and Josh will be leaving with there host brothers for a trip to the island of Roatan and will ask for prayer for traveling safety as well.
Thank you again for your ongoing support and love, we could not do this without you.
4 comments:
Greetings from PA! We're enjoying keeping "in touch" with your blogs.
Blessings as you continue to serve in Honduras!
You're in our thoughts and prayers,
Jim and Carol Herr, Benjamin's parents
My prayers continue for the team. Wishing you a Merry Christmas with Honduras traditions. We miss you. Sandra
Wow! So many of your experiences sounds so familiar to mine. I bet we will have lots to talk about in 5 months....and I bet we'll be able to do it in Spanish! Yay! Love you all and know you're in my prayers!
-Rachel
Hey, this blogging is terrific. This is my first experience with blogging and it is really fun. It's great to hear about the STEP team experiences from more than one perspective.
I wanted to post a comment a several days ago, but was intimidated by the username and password necessary to choose an identity. Got it figured out now.
So glad to hear that you all are depending on each other and supporting one another as you learn the culture there. God has wonderfully provided for you by giving you team members who work and relax together so well.
Palmer and I remember you all in prayer regularly. It helps to know what you are experiencing. Looking forward to your next update.
Michelle Wilson
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