Dear Friends,
Anita’s baby was born on April 6th and is healthy. Thanks for praying for her. He is almost a month old now and growing more each day.
My mom was here for 3 weeks and we had a wonderful time together. One day we went with Pablo’s brother and his family to visit a crater lake named Quicocha and went on a boat ride. It was a beautiful day. My mom and I were able to celebrate Easter together for the first time in 5 years! Pablo and I invited some of our friends over and they were very excited to have an American Easter meal. My mom did a wonderful job and the food was delicious as always.
A couple of days we were able to visit Santos Pamba and spend time with the children. We observed how the Breakfast Program was going and saw how much the children appreciate the breakfast they get to eat each morning. Before they ate Pastor Pedro Pablo prayed with them and it was precious to hear them thank God for providing for them. I loved having my mom there and that she was able to spend time with the children that I love dearly.
As you know, while my mom was here, we got in another car accident. We were in a taxi and it went through a stop sign! Praise God we are both fine now. I am back to going to physical therapy every week, but do not have any more pain now. Thank you for praying! I have decided to walk everywhere now if it is possible! No more cars for me for a while. Please continue to pray for my recovery and that my fear of getting in cars will go away. Thank you.
My mom and I were also able to go visit her World Vision sponsored girl one day, which was a wonderful experience. This was my third time visiting her. She lives in a village, high up in the mountains, about 3 hours from Quito. We had a wonderful day with her and didn’t want to leave! (see picture above)
When we weren’t gone on outings, my mom spent time in my classroom at Alliance. My students loved having their teacher’s mom there. One day I was sick and she got to sub for me! They loved having her read aloud to them and receiving more 1-on-1 attention. I loved having her there too!
My mom, Pablo, and I got a lot of wedding planning done while she was here. It was a productive time and we feel blessed that she was able to be here with us and help us. Please continue to pray for Pablo and I as we continue in premarital counseling and preparing for the most important decision of our lives. We are getting excited!
Thank you for your continued prayers and support. May God bless you all! Stay in touch!
