Things that have changed/occurred in just one month:
I eat lettuce and onions on everything now
I LOVE oatmeal
I shower every 3 or 4 days
I wash dishes every single day
I have chopped more veggies than I ever have in my life
I would venture to say that I now “know” my way, somewhat, around the kitchen
I speak bold words of truth and love without hesitation
I hiked a volcano
I worship on roofs of buildings
I rock a fanny pack
I am a treasurer, and a darn good one
Toilet paper goes in the trash, not in the toilet
Drool from kids at the hospital and from Christina is meant to be on me
Wrestling with cp kids actually brightens my day and brings life to me, not just them
I can walk into a Guatemalan school, introduce myself in Spanish, and give a Bible lesson like a pro
Dancing with the elderly is a must
Massages from Dan take me to a happy place
Waking up early to exercise and meet the Lord is no longer super far out of reach; I did it a few times!
Riding in the trunk of cars is normal
Wearing the same thing multiple times in multiple ways is fashionable
I like to touch and hug, a lot…
Cobblestone streets are home to me
The most vivid skies ever are a daily occurrence
Constantly reminding myself that this is REAL LIFE must happen for it to truly sink in
Being sassy with Kelly is water to my soul
Feedback is anticipated. Bring it on, I want to grow!
I Roughed up some Guatemalan boys by throwing elbows while playing futbol at 10:30 in the morning with a volcano in the background, while wearing regular clothes, and TOMS
Having Luis say more controversial yet hilarious things on a daily basis makes me cherish our time in Guatemala even more
I eat anything
Preferring chunky peanut butter over creamy is new
Drinking an energy drink called RAPTOR qualifies as a treat and a necessity at times
Walking around with 3000 quetzales in my fanny isn’t frowned upon
I pay rent for me and 5 girls
I handle all the money, keep track of all the receipts, and handle our budget. No pressure right 😉
I walk. EVERYWHERE
The Lord speaks, and then I do. Immediately usually.
Seeing boobs from Guatemalan women breast feeding is no longer something that shocks me
Declarations and revealing truths happen once a week
I pray for healing for teammates, squad mates, and strangers
I am no longer fearful/timid of special needs children
I no longer shy away from things
I am home in a classroom full of middle/high school students
I went to Lake Atitlan!
I met my family from Guatemala!
The first month was such a blessing and a gentle ease into this crazy life of the World Race. El Salvador is next and my heart is ready. Guatemala, I will be back, and I will be bringing my whole family to have a party with the Marroquin/Bickford clan!!!
