Matt’s Update

This is an update actually from Matt. Caution: I will probably not be nearly as detailed as the gals have been!

This afternoon I visited the thrift store that is helping fund the second half of the project. The clothes that were donated by everyone have been a huge hit. The kids and infant clothes have especially flown off the racks.

The project with our kids started around 5. The gals face painted for what seemed like 2 hours straight. We had tigers, butterflies, soccer balls, footballs, lady bugs, etc…The kids loved it.

Eddie, Maria, Christy, one of the kids, and I played a game of horse. Christy emerged the winner after it narrowed down to a head to head battle with my dad! Other activities included jump rope, monkey in the middle, soccer, frisbee, disc golf, and see how high you can jump.

To end, I just want to say that our team has been amazing. Between sickness, allergic reactions, crazy schedules, and stepping out of the comfort zone, they have handled everything exceptionally. Eleana stepped up and did her testimony in front of a tough crowd at a school. Maria powered through a sickness and has taken awesome pictures. Cheri has led the gals in late night spiritual growth and riotous laughing which keeps me awake from the other room and of course I love to see her with the kids. Christy screams at roaches, beat us in HORSE, and has had several great craft ideas. Then there’s dad. He’s been playing with the kids non stop, being king of the party at a rotary club meeting, and surprising the gals with his sense of humor.

I could say much more about each one. You all should be proud of the team you sent. They’ve been amazing.

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