Saying goodbye

This morning was full of laughter and smiles. The students put on a presentation of Goldilocks and it was hilarious. (Left to right...Carol, Irene, Cristy, Aline, Robson, Salete, Ricardo, Daniel and Fabi). They all had different roles to play. Daniel, the teddy bear of the group, portrayed baby bear as a rap singer. Once again Robson had a skirt on as he held the lead of Goldilocks. He is definitely the comedian of the group.

After the show we had lunch and then spent some time worshiping and sharing about our time together. I do not believe that there was a dry eye in the house. We spoke about all being parts of one body and how we work together and are connected to each other. I know that each of us will take a part of the others with us when we leave. Although we are here to teach English, the friendships that we develope are sometimes more valuable than learning language.

Tomorrow we will spend the day with the students as we prepare to leave. Team 2 is in Rio and will be arriving in Vicosa tomorrow afternoon. Both teams will have dinner together as team 1 shares with team 2 about the students. Team 1 will then spend the night in a B & B and then leave Sunday morning for the ride back to Rio. Team 2 will take over the helm at the house on Saturday night.

The program has been a wondful expereince for all of team 1. We have grown closer together and are honored to call the students our new friends. I know that team 2 will enjoy the time with them as much as we have.

I will not be blogging tomorrow as it will be a very busy day. Dan will take over and keep you updated on the progress of the program. Thanks to all of you for your prayers as we have felt them and know the program would not have been as successful thus far without them.