Our first night in Costa Rica we were awakened to a Mariachi band that started to play at 10:00 p.m. next door. We wondered what we were in for. What we discovered was a beautiful, but very loud culture that likes to celebrate late in the evening....often to all hours.
It is our first night in Quito (we are finally here!!). It is just after 10:00 p.m. and the Mariachi band started a few minutes ago. Apparently the people of Ecuador celebrate in much the same fashion (from what we understand it is fairly normal for most of Latin America). At least in this area we know what we are in for!
Party on!
The kids are having a hard time. One has been acting out hugely - worse than her normal....which is already pretty difficult. One is very clingy. And one is weepy and wanting to go home (I'm interpreting that as being California). They are certainly not going through easy times.
I just read this (before settling in to enjoy the Mariachi): "The only thing we absolutely could not survive would be the loss of God's love. And that is a loss we'll never have to try." It is a quote from Beth Moore. Definitely something I need to share with the kids tomorrow a.m. To remind them, and myself, that we will survive this - even thrive in it - because we have God's love. You've got that, you've got it all.
Pretty soon you'll be hiring the mariachis! God bless and don't worry about the kids, they will go right along with you. God bless Eric, Carla and kids
ReplyDeleteI am so happy I got a chance to meet you and your beautiful family today. And so glad that the Casa G boys will have you there! I know for now things suck getting adjusted (been there, totally done that!), but I can see all the wonderful things God will be able to do through your family. :)
ReplyDeleteBy the way, this is really Augusta Cherri, using Shawn's Google account. So great to meet you!
ReplyDeleteHey I am so glad I just found your BLOG! I will be thinking of you and your family in the times of adjustment. PS I love the towel idea. Let loose with the creativity as you put down new roots and make a new home where you are.
ReplyDeleteMuch love and blessings,
Lisa (Peters) Braun