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It took all 21 girls to spell out B-E-L-I-Z-E. Well done!
Picture by Susie F. |
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The Sleeping Giant on our way to Xunantunich
Picture by Conoly C. |
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Belize Crew in Zunantunich |
Alarms were set for 6:30 this morning in order to be at
breakfast at 7. We woke up to a nice breeze and sunny skies with our newest
friend, Kiana, a little girl who lives at the hotel and is currently being
adopted by a mother who lives in Georgia. We had a wonderful home cooked meal
to start off our day prepared by the hotel owner, Jeanette. Following
breakfast, we made our way to the Mayan Ruins called Xunantunich.
On the way we
saw a mountain shaped like a sleeping giant while eating some yummy plantain
chips. The two and a half hour drive was definitely worth seeing Xunantunich,
as they had the prettiest views we have ever seen. Standing on top of El
Castillo we were able to see Guatemala and the City of Belize. Our two Mayan
guides, Amin and Eder, told us all the history and information of the various
steep structures we were climbing. To make it across the river to enter the
Ruins, we took a ferry powered by the strength of a man. He had to be pretty
strong to move two vans and lots of girls! Afterwards we stopped at a road-side
hut for a delicious chicken lunch. We then proceeded to do a little bargaining-buying
headbands, bracelets, bags and more! On our drive home, all twenty-one of us
were knocked out cold after a couple of minutes looking at unique and colorful
houses. We were all awoken by Brian and Kip to see the area in which we will be
working with this week called 8 Miles/Western Paradise. We met a few children
who we will have the privilege of spending more time with the rest of the week.
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The ferry was operated by this man literally
turning the crank by hand |
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After dashing straight to the showers, we all met up for
dinner at 5, in the upstairs room of the hotel. We had a spaghetti and meat
sauce dinner before heading over to church. After the hour wait which included
playing with an adorable kitten, the church service began by having everyone say,
“I love you. You are special,” led by Pastor Benson.
We then proceeded to walk around and
introduce ourselves by saying these words. Singing and clapping to songs that
we were familiar with and some new ones as well, we “opened our hearts to see”
and listen to the meaningful sermon about our worthy God. After meeting some
rather cute boys, we stopped for ice cream before hearing Tate and Miller’s
devotional about having an open mind. Overall, today was a great start to an
exciting and fun-filled week.
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At the steps of El Castillo at Xunantunich
Picture by Susie F. |
Tomorrow we have the same wake up call in order to be at a
school by 9 am to experience a Belizean school day. Meanwhile Brian and Kip
will be getting the lumber required for our work on the Medical Clinic.
Although we will be helping the community finish up the clinic, our main focus
is on the relationships we build with each other and the people of Belize. Tune
in tomorrow to hear about our first work day!!
written by Susie F., Conoly C. and Jorie M.
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El Castillo, Xunantunich
Picture by Susie F. |
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Having fun in Xunantunich |
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...yet even more fun!
Picture by Susie F. |
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Still more more fun.... |
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Hannah G., Miller L., Taylor P., Conoly C.,
Sheridan N., & Caroline H. |
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Our guides at Xunantunich, Eder (left) & Amin |
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On top of the world looking down on creation..... |
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The Chaperones: Patty Johnson, Kevin Mylod, & Sandi Penn |
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Climbing the steep steps to the top of El Castillo |
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(Back): Taylor C., Chi Chi U., Janiah B.
(Front): Samra W., Nicki D. |
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On top of El Castillo, Xunantunich |
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Iguana seen at Xunantunich |
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Spider Monkey seen at Xunantunich |
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Souvie Shopping after Xunantunich |
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Greeting people at the beginning of the church service |
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The United Presbyterian Mission Church,
where we went for worship at the end
of our day |
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Tate B., and Miller L., leading Sunday night's devotion |
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(From the left): Susie F., Jorie M., Conoly C.
Our Sunday Night Bloggers!
Picture by Patty Johnson |
Thanks for the update. Robert Daugherty
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great trip! I'm envious! :-)
ReplyDeleteHey Kevin! It looks like folks are having a great time! I have a favor to ask...
ReplyDeleteMy daughter is doing a geography project at school, and she would like some postcards to help complete her project. Is it possible for you to pick up some postcards for me while you're there, anywhere you stop? Of course, I'll reimburse you.
Let me know if it's possible.
Thanks, and y'all continue to have a great trip. The weather there is MUCH, MUCH better than here! It looks simply beautiful there. And I know y'all are doing great work.
Kay
Sure thing, Kay! We'll be doing some souvie shopping tomorrow morning. Yes, the weather has been great and will continue to be the rest of the time we're here!
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