Young Brother Loren Eisenhauer met us at the dock and paired up with Josh. I was very appreciative of that. The Eisenhauer's live in Santiago, but may be moving because the long boat ride is expensive and not always timely.
Josh did his espanol presentation at the door. First Time! Raquel and I were also paired for the first time, but with Sister Michaela, who speaks some Español, so we both got to hear him. We are so proud of the progress he is making and his positive attitude.
Lydia was somewhat of a bear in service today, and got worse as the day wore on. We didn't eat lunch until one-ish because of the delay getting to Santiago. She eats sparingly at meal times and wants to snack throughout the day, which is difficult to do in service. We have to figure out how to cope with her need to eat using local foods. Things we brought - astronaut food pouches, trail mix, raisins - have run out. Still haven't done a full scale market run yet.
One of Santiago's streets. Notice the tree growing out of the building in the background. Trees and rocks are often found in the middle of buildings. Inside is outside, and outside is inside. The yard is the house.
This model of Lake Atitlan is the center of Santiago's center Plaza. Government building Southside of Plaza has many federal police.
Went down a narrow alley in territory here. At the end of the alley was a bakery. Had a wonderful conversation with one of the bakers. Boy, how I wish I knew Spanish! He gave us warm rolls fresh out of the oven. I truly enjoy the local people here. However, the jury is still out on the expats.
Further up the same street pictured above was a Moto dealer. He had a 590 sign on a 110 bike. I had that many Q's in my wallet! Too bad, that was the monthly payment. Full price was about $1100.
You guys are going to be so strong if you survive this trip and thrive! Proverbs 24:10 is certainly applicable in your case, as being out of your comfort zone definitely creates distress. A little trick I just learned is, when I feel the negative affecting me, brushing it off by imagining feeling a warming sun giving me that first tan, closing my eyes and a smile comes to my face every time. : )
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I added some comments today to a couple of days back. Don't know if you'd have to visit each page or if you got a notification. No biggy. Don't know what I was thinking.
ReplyDeleteI sure hope you can find solutions to your food situation. You've probably thought of bleach or vinegar to clean the food with, but that doesn't help when it comes to 'fast food'. Watching you play catch with Lydia at the airport was cute. And your place looks really cute! What an adventure! This is WAAYYY over the hill big adventure!
So there aren't many English people yet, is your congregation Spanish? I bet yous really spend a LOT of time praying! Yous are in my prayers often. Don't you have wide-brimmed hats? May Jehovah continue to be with the spirit you show.
Wish I had helpful stuff to add like Robin. If I were in your place what she wrote would really be encouraging.
Well, one step at a time. Miss you guys
We're eating well. Mostly simple meals at homeach. Some very good meals out...especially at La Palapo for barbecue, portions are huge and tasty!
DeleteVery happy with the house. Well worth the price. Only complaint is kitchen could be arranged much better, unhandy to cook and clean up.
Some are conducting English studies, both expats and locals. Have interested ones attend meetings occasionally. The territory is still very young, the congregation has been established only 4 years. Need time to build a presence and acceptance in the community.
Pray a lot for direction from Jehovah.
ALL comments are helpful because each one encourages us.
We miss you, all of you, also.
Rob
You inspire me!
ReplyDeleteAs I read today's day text (Friday) I think of you as a family and this special experience that you are having. have a great day look forward to talking to you soon.
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