Thursday, July 27, 2006
Huambalo Opens Their Hearts
What an amazing day. Today was the first day in Huambalo. As we arrived, it became obvious it was not an ordinary day. There to greet us were all of families with their children who attend the special center there in the small corner of the world. They opened their arms with grande brazos for us all. I was struck that everyone remembered us from last year when we first met.
The festivities began with a warm wecome, including speeches of appreciation for the CITTI Project 2006. Officials joined the teachers in sharing their vision and dreams for the children of Huambalo. Their gift to us was a dance by the children, which turned into an hour long fiesta, bringing us all to our feet. It literally brought tears to my eyes to be a ¨part of the community.¨
It was a long day of meeting families and learning about what their hopes and dreams were for their children with disabilities. We are all very happy and mucho tired. What a gift to be part of something so very special.
Gracias por la vida,
Bridgett
The festivities began with a warm wecome, including speeches of appreciation for the CITTI Project 2006. Officials joined the teachers in sharing their vision and dreams for the children of Huambalo. Their gift to us was a dance by the children, which turned into an hour long fiesta, bringing us all to our feet. It literally brought tears to my eyes to be a ¨part of the community.¨
It was a long day of meeting families and learning about what their hopes and dreams were for their children with disabilities. We are all very happy and mucho tired. What a gift to be part of something so very special.
Gracias por la vida,
Bridgett
