Our last weeks in Honduras, Christmas, and New Years 2010!!!

The Micah Art Exhibit, Christmas, and Donations to P.O.I.

art students: Micah Boys and Orphange Girls

The Micah Boys and Girls that we had in our art class enjoyed classes and would have continued coming throughout the year. I decided to celebrate their creations by putting up an art exhibit at the Micah house so that they could invite friends and family to see their work. We also had a pinata and I gave them gifts- thanks to those who made donations and helped support us- sketch pads and tools so that they could all continue to create art if they wish. The turn out was great. Monthers and friends came and there were tons of people and activity during the exhibit. Some of the girls even prepared a dance and performed it for us. We closed by praying together and giving hugs. (below: landscape collages, still lives, group paiting- portrait of heaven)

Nicole, Brian’s sister, was able to join us for Christmas in Honduras!

It was amazing to have family with us. She was able to see first hand what we have been doing during our time here, meet people we have become friends with, and see the land and the need. (city bridge, poverty)

We enjoyed our time a tour of Cafe El Indio, a hike La Tigra, the National Park, drive through downtown city, and  had Christmas Eve dinner at our friend Lesley’s home, opened gifts on Christmas, and spent the day in Valle de Angeles, a small art village.

P.O.I. donation day- Church service

We also put together a huge donation of clothes, toletries, baby goods, and toys for a community church at P.O.I. (Point of Impact- Impacto). We atteneded the service and met hthe people wgo have different needs and prayers. At the end of the service the pastor explained that we had a donation for them and anyone in nned could recive something from that donation. We aslo presented two mothers with gifts, and brought the toys into the church nursery. Nicole made a ginger bread house and served it to the people. It was so beautiful to have given to such grateful people. There was such a precence of God and peace in His love during this event. Thank you again to all of you who supported us during our time in Honduras and who helped to make these events of giving possible!

Christmas Day was at our home in Tegus opening gifts from Tita "Santa"! Olivia was a bit over whelmed! But loved all her gifts and became a pro at opening gifts by the end of the day.

Coming Home for the New Year 2010

With much thought, and prayer we as a family have decided to return to LA for tgeh time being. Our stay in Honduras was a short term Ministry and Volunteer opportunity, and we are so happy for the friends and community we have made, the people we were blessed to have influenced, and the honor it was to give and love to those in need.
we were so happy to have a lay over in Miami because we were able to visit my sister Leslie, her hubby Franklin, and their new baby- Nicolas, my Dad, Christina, and sister Melissa, AND my sister Angela who was visiting Florida too! we also were so blessed to be in first class the whole trip from TGU- LA! Totally a gift from God!!!

What we have learned from our time in Honduras is that giving is one of life’s most greatest blessings- it brings things full circle and creates happiness, hope, and extends God’s love.

Life is difficult and for many people, there is a lack of opportunity and loss a of hope. Those are the people who need your hugs, love, smiles, and prayers. If you have ever felt inspired to go in a Missions trip, do Ministry work, or volunteer in a community of need- my message to you is GO. Do not hesitate, because the experience will only be amazing and all involved will be inspired and changed. Even in the smallest way, still- you can make a difference. And if you have been serving- THANK YOU. Gratefulness, peace, and love be yours.

New Years 2010

We are now in LA staying temporarily at the Silverio’s (Brian’s parents) in Cerritos. We do not know where our next home will be. We have learned that home is where your heart is- and for now that is here. There are so many thoughts and words that I wish to share and will do so as I am able to process and understand this transition back to the US. As we celebrated with The Silverios, cousin Joyce, Ron, and baby Scotty- we all cheered and made a toast to welcome 2010, Brian and I realize that we are even more in God’s hands and in His will then ever. Not knowing, praying, and seeing what doors will open is exciting- and scary. We invite you to pray with us, for a beautiful New Year and a bounty of experiences and wonder beyond our imagination.

More to come…