Hello Everyone! [Que Pasa Todos!]
I am excited to share with everyone what has been going on since Sunday. First off, I just have to say that I love this country. The beauty of this country is indescribable. The mountains surround the location in which we are staying and every so often we'll hear the deep roar of thunder and the surprising visit of heavy rain. I have been placed in the dentistry site and have enjoyed it so much. My day consists of waking up at 6:20 to be ready by 6:45[after falling asleep around 12 am] and taking part in morning worship until 8, then we eat breakfast. Once 9 o'clock hits, everyone loads the bus-trucks [not sure which is a better description] and are off to our sites. I am the only participant in the dentistry site, so I am really connecting with the dentist, Vanessa. My responsibilities include controlling the suction tube in the patients mouth, preparing and assisting Vanessa during procedures such as, root canals, fillings, correcting chipped enamel, pulling teeth and deep cleans. Let's just say I have seen a lot of blood and a lot of plaque. I am really encouraged to clean my teeth well while I'm here. We do this until about 12, which is when siesta starts, and we eat our lunch together and drink cafecito [a strong coffee in the size of an espresso shot] until 2 when patients return for appointments. I get picked up around 3:40 and rest until dinner.
God is really working here with the full time missionaries and they are awesome. Vanessa is such an example of a Godly woman and encourages me in so many things ranging from my family to friends, my career and how I can look at things in a positive, Christ-like way. Plus, she is a Dominican with a great sense of humor, and it makes the day a lot more fun!
I'm sorry this post is long, I guess I have a lot to say. I could easily say more but it's time to end. I want to shout out to my mom, MONIQUE! I love you mom and think about you daily. I know your surgery is coming up and I have been praying for you :] Vanessa and I talk about you a lot :] I can't wait to see you next saturday [I think is when we come home].
Tengan un buen dia todos!
-Esperanza or Hope
Hope! i love you so much! im glad you are having a good time and being encouraged! your presence on this trip brings joy and peace to my heart! xoxoxo
ReplyDeleteHope, you sound like you're doing great. I am so glad you were able to step up and jump in to this trip to serve along side the rest of the team. I know you went there to be a missionary, but I love hearing how you're being blessed by Vanessa. Our God is more than enough!
ReplyDeleteShout outs to:.... Markyyy - so how are you holding up living with all those females? Arnold, too? Ty - thinking of what you're doing throughout the day? Beatrice - still covering you with prayer so ya better be getting better! And the whole team - I honestly can't remember the last time I've prayed so faithfully and continuously in my life - Thank you for being Jesus to others in a place many of us don't even think of.
ReplyDeleteoops - i didn't mean to use a ? after my thought to Ty.... :o)
ReplyDeleteWOW Hope....you brought tears to my eyes! I cannot believe how blessed I am in my life! I love you and remember FLOSS!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteLet me know when the flight is expected in.
HUGS AND BIG OL SCHMOOCHES XOXOXOXOXO MOMMY!
Hello everyone!! Hope you are having a great time, I'm praying for you ... TELL MARKYYY TO BLOG!! Glad Beatrice is feeling better. I'm looking forward to all of the great stories.
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Hope, your parents gave you a great name! I know you're a huge encouragement to Vanessa - you're planting seeds that have eternal value. Thanks for doing the glossy and the not so 'flossy' jobs (my family is going to hate that line). Know that you're prayed for daily and we thank the Lord for your heart of service for Him. Love to all of you.
ReplyDeleteHope! It sounds like you are having a great time and that God is working both in and through you! I am looking forward to all of the amazing stories when you guys come home. Give everyone a big hug for me and I am praying for you all! Love you
ReplyDeletehopey, i bet they all walk out of that office with a smile as beautiful as yours! i am soooo glad you are being a blessing and being blessed simultaneously. stay safe!! we all love you guys and miss you all!!!!!
ReplyDeleteSo great to read this hopoe! miss and love you and am praying!
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