Author Archives: thefewdayshere

Our first trip back to Florida after the first six months in Guatemala rapidly approached…to be completely honest, I  was a little nervous.  What if I got back to Florida and did not want to come back to Guatemala.  Not that … Continue reading →

I found myself up early.  Alone.  Reading.  Working diligently on all of the updates, changes, and connectivity issues that seem to be lurking whenever I step near my computer these days.  It is good though.  The quiet.  It gives me … Continue reading →

February 1, 2017.  Moving day. Adios Antigua. Bienvenidos San Pedro Pinula, Jalapa! Three months flew by. (yes, we really are at three months now)  No mathematical errors right now.  Give me time.. We had the most amazing privilege of having our … Continue reading →

It felt like the whole of Guatemala had been practicing firework displays for the whole month of December.  In the mornings before the sun- bombas!  In the late evenings- bombas!   Bombas, by the way, are fireworks. Any dark hour, the sky … Continue reading →

December!  Hello! School – for everyone in our home.  It is  Christmastime. Preparing for the birth of our Savior.   The Mercado is alive with a complete sector of Christmas decorations, music, and incense.  Handmade mangers and nativity sets! The big box stores don’t hold … Continue reading →

I do believe that my brain is failing me!! How much time do we need to spend in language school? We have started dreaming in Spanish- we are told that this is normal- actually is a great sign for us.  … Continue reading →

We made it!  16 bags, 2 kids, and 1 dog later- Bienvenidos a Guatemala! Thank you, Kevin- for being our taxi, tour guide, and great friend! The Ross and Plumber Families, thank you, thank you, thank you for answering endless … Continue reading →

Cleaning out kitchen cabinets.  I am not one that has ever truly found this task as one that is cathartic, relaxing, or even fun.  Some do.  Those of you who do (holding thumb to ear and pinky to lips) call … Continue reading →

  As our walls and rooms begin to empty, I am reminded. Of all the “things” that I value most, none are actual, tangible things. Laughter ( through belly laughs and tears) with those that I love. Moments baring feelings thought … Continue reading →