So it has been a week since we have gotten back form Ecuador. I still have so much going through my mind and I am still processing lots of things. When people ask about my trip, it is hard to come up with a few words to describe it. The first things that I tend to say are "amazing" and "life changing". I wish I could tell people about every smile, hug, person, and experience, but if I did that you would be listening to me for days!
I loved everything about my trip! But I think the thing that I loved the most was the people I met while I was there. Every person we met was so kind. They all had such joy in their faces. It was amazing to see how most of these people had next to nothing but they still had so much. It is hard to think how when we don't get to go shopping as much as we want or get the newest iPhone or other tech toy, we get upset ao easily. When I see how these people don't have running water, a loving family to come visit them, or shoes to wear on their feet, it makes me realize how INCREDIBLY lucky I am and I wonder why I am not more happy with all I have.
I was sad that the trip was over, but I realized that this is really only the beginning! I love the direction in which God is leading me. I love the friendships I have made and strengthened over this trip. I continue to pray daily for the amazing people I met on my trip and I will always cherish the memories I have made with them!
Lizzie (right) and Jane helping Blanca to fit some pairs of shoes.
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