Ups and Downs

May 18, 2009



Today has been one of those days of ups and downs... In an earlier post I talked about how getting a Visa to the United States is quite difficult even if you just wanted to visit. Well today proved it to me when I received word that Ana the person that was going to live at my house over the summer was denied her Visa. In reality it makes my life easier for the summer but I would have much rather had the chance to show her around my country and given her the opportunity to have new experiences like seeing a lake. I also kind of feel like I was the one encouraging her so when she comes back disappointed it is in some ways my fault. However, on a brighter note my friends from college arrived safely to La Union last week and they have been helping in the school as well as with volleyball practice after school. It has been really great having them around. I also received this beautiful note of encouragement from an old friend today which made me feel like what I am doing in this place is something that makes a real difference. So it has just been one of those roller coaster days. One request I have it to keep me in your prayers because for the next school year I have some decisions to make about what school I want to be at and what I will be doing. I am thankful for options because so many people I know are stuck with their job however, options mean decisions and decisions can be difficult at times. God Bless