Lauren's reflection upon returning home!

Returning to Ecuador this year was amazing.  I was so excited to be back with my friends and our amazing group.  Time spent at Damien House was crazy...everything from cleaning the screens, to playing dominos with the patients was filled with laughter and learning for each one of us.  We were so happy to catch up with our old friends as well as meet new ones--both at Damien House and at Nuevo Mundo!  One of my favorite parts of the week was when we went to mass at Damien House.  The singing was incredible and everyone was truly having a wonderful time!  I can't wait to hopefully return next year!

Lauren (second from the right) playing Dominoes!