Roof Dogs Arrive

Casas kids got to go to the show to see Kung Fu Panda today, although their hosts, the Roof Dogs, didn't get in until later. Still, we had a great reunion in the afternoon. After introductions for the new "Dogs," everyone just visited in happy confusion! Check it out here.

Weary Travelers

After a MORE than a long and "eventful" journey, our roof dogs arrived-a bit tired from having been "pinned up" so long! Nevertheless, they arrived with smiles!

Cine: Kung Fu Panda

Although they throughly missed the rest of the Roof Dogs, Casas kids went with staff and Tío Larry, Padre Ron and Tía Vicki to the movie as planned. All enjoyed the event. Giovanna was the first one to burst out laughing! Cokes and popcorn added a special touch. Thanks, Tíos!!

Planning

We have quite a line up for the Roof Dogs activities while they are here. A week of pure FUN!! Movies, model car races, treasure hunts, picnics, puppets, and, of course, Bible studies and lessons on Christian values. All that takes a good bit of planning. Here Vicki is talking with Directora María Perez and Director Pedro as they do last minute arrangements. Please pray that the team arrives safely tomorrow without further travel incidents.
María Andía is always ready to help with the business end of teams- transferring funds, writing checks and helping with keeping everyone informed of the status of things. Thanks, team for it is truly a TEAM EFFORT! Of course, this is probably the only place "going to the Dogs" has such a positive meaning!

La, La, La, La

Some of the older kids are working with Nestor on some special songs for the Tíos. I think Vicki helped with some English pronunciations.

What Are Those Steps?

Juan Diego decides to try out some of the footwork his brothers and sisters are learning for the Tíos upcoming visit. He is really excited for the Roof Dogs to arrive!

Prayers

Of course an important part of the formation of our kids concerns their relationship with God. Prayers are a regular part of the daily routine at both of the Casas. Before bedtime the older kids gather for evening prayers while at the younger house they say prayers in their rooms. In the afternoons different children at San José ask to talk with their director María Perez. Recently one of the 4 yr. olds asked to talk with her. Upon his entering her office she hugged him up and asked what was the matter and what he wanted. He said he wanted to pray with her. Boy, was SHE surprised! He then launched into a long prayer that thoroughly blessed María. Guess she has a prayer partner now! What a blessing to see that such a young life is turning to the Lord.

Go, Girls, Go!

Party

The group warms up and starts to dance.

Photo Ops

We had a bit of a lull when the kids went up to take pictures with the cake. Padre Ron did a bit of song and dance to get things started. Don´t the girls look great?

Wall Flowers

Of course the boys held back and clustered together at first. The girls had their work cut out for them to get these guys to dance.

Special Guests

Tía Toni and her goddaughter Maddie were here for the big event. I think there will be a lot of envious roof dogs back home.

The D J

Cynthia Ayala, Juan Ayala's daughter, help us select the coolest music to get the kids moving. Gracias, Cynthia.

More Punch!

María Andía was a BIG part of this celebration. And not just in pouring punch. From buying flowers to selecting "piqueos"(hor´dourves)and shopping for dresses, María was always upbeat and positive. Mil gracias, María

Behind the Scenes!

Juan and Freddy are in a panic! They can´t get the audio system to work correctly! Oh, what a challenge! They did eventually get it fixed pretty well.