I am truly thankful for the opportunities I have to serve here at Nido de Aguila. The swimming classes are going great. Here in Guate, its just a different culture and mindset in regards to swimming. People just don't know how to swim and are maybe afraid to go into the water. Out of 89 kids in the school, only 4 said they knew how to swim! Well, the kids are really learning a lot, and most of all, losing their fear of the water. Its great---I've asked some of them to jump into the deep end (with a pool noodle) and its like asking them to jump off a cliff! But, its so fun to see them lose their fear, learn to float, and get comfortable in the water. As for me---you could call me a lobster right now---kinda burnt :)
I also got the opportunity to lead the Manna Feeding Program today. It was great! I got to lead the kids in a song and learning a Bible verse. Psalm 119:97- "O cuanto amo yo tu ley! Es mi meditacion todo el dia." Its so refreshing to just love on these kids and be an encouragement to them. I have greatly enjoyed getting to know them and spend every day's lunch hour with them. By the way, my name is Jota (J in Spanish).
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