Still settling in

We're still settling in to our new location. During the recent Synod in Lima Maria Andia went with Padre Jaime to get us some new bedspreads. However, they couldn't resist the temptation to try on some of the beautiful dance costume pieces sold at that location. Aren't they cool? Stay tuned for our pictures when we do the dance contest at school later this year.

Guys and Goofy Gals!

Smiles

Well, the new place seems to be agreeing with the kids. Vicki and Maria A, in front of the new paint job the tutors just completed out front. Also, Jose, Maria A., and Edgar are seen here in front of the new curtains. Each cottage now has curtains thanks to the AMAs of Lima. The last picture is self-explanatory..GOOFY TEENAGE GIRLS!

BUMMER!!!

Well, Beethoven, the dog that wandered in and was loved by the kids, wandered out on Sunday. The girls, especially, were crushed. However, in transit to school the kids have seen Beethoven at home with his original family. After mopping about a couple of days, the kids have decided to set their sights on getting another puppy. To be continued......

OH! OH!

Well, the kids are indeed settling in. Today Vicki and I will be going by to pick them up for church in two taxis. Last night, at a teen's meeting at the church, Giovanna came to ask if SUSANA could have a dog. I said we might be able to do that, and we knew someone who had puppies now. Giovanna said there was a puppy THERE that wouldn't go away and they want to keep it! Guess we'll have to deal with that today. The idea of a stray isn't very cool.......more later.............PRAY for the right decision!!

Daily Chores

Yes, indeed. We've moved, but daily chores still need to be done! We've got to wash out our school clothes, iron tomorrow's uniform, and help wash dishes. Susana (in the purple) does her laundry while Margot finishes up in the kitchen. We have to get the clothes line up soon! Right now we're hanging our laundry over the volleyball net.

Edgar

Edgar turned 12 on Christmas Eve. He has been with us about a year now. Loaned out by an alcholic father to work for a baker, Edgar was taken into care by the court as he was being extremely overworked. Solemn and serious, Edgar is beginning to loosen up. He is a sharp kid.