Back to school!

Back to school!

The first week back to school in the homes is always a flurry of binding and covering books. In Bolivia, kids must bring all of their own school supplies (paper, pencils, books, etc). Nothing is provided by the school. This doesn’t sound like a big deal until you see...
Biking adventure and dreaming big

Biking adventure and dreaming big

It has been a busy past couple of weeks in the homes! Nonetheless, the girls have been making the most of vacation by being active outdoors. Several of the girls have really begun to take ownership of their fitness. On the days that we do not meet to run and do...
Pajama Party Round Two!

Pajama Party Round Two!

On New Year’s Eve the girls donned their pajamas and pulled their mattresses down to the dining room for slumber party número dos. The festivities began with a make-up exposition using Tía Marcela’s extensive collection of eye shadows, blush, and other beautifying...
Our miracle “pedacito”

Our miracle “pedacito”

I learn from the kids every day—new words in Spanish; tidbits of Bolivian culture; how to reprimand firmly yet gently; how to give really good hugs. Perhaps most strikingly, I learn about myself. For example, I have realized how much easier it is for me to do...