we are here!!!

We have arrived. The trip was fantastic. Uneventful in the logistical aspect. But spectacular all the way around. It is raining, so the temperature is perfect for Floridians. And we all love the smell of fresh, cool rain in the mountains.

I ate my first ice cream bar called a Magnum. Proof that God is indeed in Honduras.

We are staying at this great hotel. Very different from the last years. We will try to post pictures tomorrow. Internet is easy to get to, there is a store here, beautiful grounds, and, get this, air conditioning. So much for roughing it.

Dinner was superb. The restaurant attached to the hotel is set up in a cafeteria style of serving with lots of yummy choices. I held out on trying the flan tonight because, if I like it, I could in effect gain 20 lbs. while I am gone.

After dinner, we had a sweet time of prayer and reflection. Everyone talked about their favorite part of the day, so here they are:

James - He loved seeing friends Douglas and Israel again. He said that brought back great memories.

Jeff - He loves the surroundings this year. The grounds are beautiful and very secure.

Christine E. - She is taking in all the experiences associated with a first mission trip. The sense of wonder at God´s handiwork has begun.

Steve - He is grateful that the trip flowed smoothly and all of our baggage arrived safely. Pray for extra rest and energy for Steve. He returned from Hawaii just in time to fly to Honduras.

Kathi - She loves getting to know and bond with her teammates.

Chris U. - She was grateful for the nice bus ride through the beautiful mountains. No sardine travel this year!!

Lee - He loved the ride up and seeing a new part of God´s creation, jungle parts and all. I love seeing the world through the eyes of a young person who is fresh in faith and loves God. Oh, that we could all take on a bit of that perspective.

Doug - He liked the ride up and is enjoying seeing the great cultural differences along the way.

I can´t wait til tomorrow to experience with the newbies.

And for me. ice cream and coffee, and I am in heaven. The coffee here is great, bold and strong, with a hint of something that I have not yeat identified.

I am very excited about teaching sewing to the ladies. I spoke with Israel and we are working a more in depth plan for lasting training. WooHoo! Can´t wait.

Tomorrow will be an interesting day. Honduras plays in the World Cup and all of Honduras stops. Schools are out, I think businesses close, and we will be watching the soccer game. I know nothing about soccer, save that you can´t use your hands. I imagine I will get a quick education tomorrow.

That´s enough for now. More tomorrow.

Cindy