I am actually writing this update from my home church in Mesa, Arizona. What a drastic change from the Orosi Valley of Costa Rica! In addition to the intense sun, lack of humidity and green plants, I was surprised at how much I had to readjust to the fast-paced American lifestyle. And the roads are very wide here!
So what brings me to the US? Many things actually, including a window of time between teams and groups at El Jardin. But mostly God's timing and His awesome ability to connect us with the things we need, when we need them and all for His purpose and glory. Since arriving in AZ on May 16, I've taken some time to rest and be spiritually fed by some great sermons, fellowship with the saints, time in the Word and time with "Dad". I have also been fed a lot of food! To be honest, I cannot eat a full serving at a restaurant. I'm not used to the amount of food, especially meat.
I have met with the construction team which is planning to travel to El Jardin July 21-29 this summer and we have been able to cover much ground in preparation for that trip. I am excited to have brothers and sisters from Grace Church in Mesa and Mt.Bible Church in Payson partnering with us on this team.
I've renewed my driver's license, purchased a wireless router for the camp, pulled a few items out of storage to take back with me, and added some books and music to my bags. I will return to Costa Rica on June 5.
I will back up a bit to show you some little, tiny photos of the finished "bodega" or storage room on the multi purpose building. This was finished the day I left. The "Celebration Center" is now ready for a permanent roof! Which brings me to some very exciting news. Yup, we now have the funds for the roof structure!!! In fact, Marvin's crew should start construction on the roof this week while I am still in AZ. How cool is that???
Okay, here are some pics from my time so far in AZ.
"Resting" by the Jensen's pool.
Spent some time in Payson with my buddy, Ajo. He's doing well and we connected like I had never left.
Visited with the Clark and Barker families up north in one of the national forests.
Can't remember the last time I drove one of these - everyone look out!
Stan's graduation party was a real "killer". (One of those mystery dinner things, and we had a blast!)
And I even squeezed in some time on the rocks. I hope to have my climbing equipment at El Jardin soon to use for the outdoor club we plan to start.
That's all for now. I have less than a week left here in AZ, and I'm anxious to get back....home.
Dios le bendiga.
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