Amigos

 

Friends!  In the past few months we have seen friendships develop between children and between adults.  This little one joined us for just about a month while parents were having some problems.  She spoke only English so it was tough for her to make friends but by her last day, she was communicating just fine as she played house with another little girl.

 



 

This was a dress up day for her...

 

but it didn't stop her from playing on one of her favorite toys.

 

This is the favorite toy of our youngest amigo.

Once in awhile, I get some of these pictures printed and it is always fun for everyone to take a look.

 

A long time friend of mine posted this idea on my facebook page.  Of course, I had to try it. 

There were some interesting looks...

But if you add a little hot sauce...

It was just fine.

 

Bubbles are always a hit with all of us.

A friend in the park had a great recipe for playdough and made some for the kids.  We all enjoyed it!

It is just plain fun to watch the interactions between amigos and imagine what they are thinking

or acting out.  This one was pretty obvious... I even heard the word "cerveza" (beer).

Delia made delicious chocolate cookies one day - we all loved them!

As the months slide by, the skill levels of these youngsters greatly improve.

These amigos wanted to pose for the camera one day.

Peggy and Dick are a couple who winter in Yuma.  They regularly bring "fun things" to the house.  These stuffed animals are flashlights (that go off after 10 minutes) and they are a huge hit at siesta time.

Friendships...

It doesn't take long to build relationships and make friends with these children.

Temperatures here are topping 95 - it is soon time for us to head north.  Definitely not looking forward to leaving our friends behind.  Thanks Delia for taking such good care of our little amigos.

Please keep all of these children in your prayers and don't forget to Listen when God Whispers and Respond When He Nudges.

Beads and Building Blocks, Cake and Crayons, and A New Sofa

These are some of the basics of the last couple of weeks at the House in Mexico.  When Peggy decided she wanted to do beading with the little munchkins, I have to admit I was skeptical. I was sure these little ones would find it much too difficult and eat the beads.  I am proud to admit that I was wrong! 

The Two Year Old did just fine.

Not Yet Two conquered it with just a little help.

Maria's concentration was equaled only by

Our Newest Member of the Family - She's Three.  I'm just sorry I don't have a picture of the finished products - they showed excellent craftsmanship.

Another day, when it was much too windy to be outside, the blocks and inside toys were put to use.

This vacuum cleaner looking object was a work of art and he could push it around with the handle... an engineer maybe???

Periodically, someone shares cake and it is always a big hit.  This little one loves all food but cake is really good...

"I really really like cake!"

"I Love Cake!"

"Ahhhh, that was really really good!"

When the girls come for lunch before school, you never are too sure what is going to happen.  On this day, Mike was the "toy".  (The kids had my camera and this is only a small sample of the 20+ pics they took of the process and the product.)

Earlier this week, The Park Model at Pilot Knob lost a couch and the kids gained a friend...

The hauling crew fixed a chair while they were there and Cake Boy had to get a good look.

Sometimes there are disagreements, but they are quickly resolved.  Look at these two going at each other...

A new pink coat is a reason to celebrate!

Coloring is a good calming activity...

Dumping out colors is a good activity.

Guarding the crayon bucket is a good activity.

"This is how I feel about this activity today."

Oh, did I tell you that the new sofa makes into a bed.  When you don't feel good, it is a great place for a nap...

until everyone comes in for a nap.  I think there are seven on the bed and look at all the empty space...

As the weather in Algodones warms into the 90's, it is nice to know there are donated icy pops in the freezer.  Thanks to all of you who make this wonderful home for children a reality.  Mike and I are the lucky ones to be here for another month.  Marylou and Jack have returned to Canada to deal with Marylou's health problems.  So, as you think about and pray for the children at The House in Mexico, please include a prayer for Marylou. 

And please, when God nudges you to action, respond.  And when He whispers to you, Listen.