Today it is hard to find words to
describe something that is felt in your heart. All of the words I can think of
do not seem to mean enough. Sometimes "thank you" is too small to
describe a true depth of gratitude. "I love you" cannot convey the
sincerity of the sentiment all of the time. I feel raw. Like I just fell off my
bike and got some serious road burn all over my heart.
We went to teach a special group of
girls today. It is as if all of the information we had to give was arriving too
late. It is hard to teach about puberty while watching a girl nurse her baby
while sitting in a detention center. Our planed schedule of events got turned
on its head but this allowed us to have more one on one time with the
caregivers. This time turned out to be very valuable as we learned some of the
information we had to share was new for these women as well as the girls. We
were overwhelmed. We were prepared to teach, just not to discover how this
place has longed and suffered for this information for so long.
My heart was broken. I do
believe that my raw heart made it easier to find joy. It was joyful to see lots
of smiles, give lots of hugs and know that we showed love and encouragement to
a group of girls and women who do not often receive it. I have to remind myself
that God is present in this place and has made me a very small part of his plan
there. We are not sure where these emotions and broken hearts will lead us but
will love to tell you about it in person when we get back.
Just one more sleep and we will be on our way home. This
trip feels way too short and the work way too much.
On behalf of the team,
Jamie
On behalf of the team,
Jamie
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