I know it has been awhile since I have sent out an update, but I have had many people ask about my return trip to Guatemala and wanted to let you know how it went.  I returned to Guatemala on September 17 for 2 weeks.  My primary goal in returning was to pack my things at the house to return them to the States and spend time with friends in Guatemala to say good-bye (or in many cases “see you later!”). 

My first morning in Guatemala was a Sunday and I couldn’t wait to hug some of my dearest friends.  After a great morning at church, I spent the afternoon with my second family over a long lunch.  The rest of the week included meeting with some of the kids that I had spent time with while living there, food/resources delivery to children’s homes in the city, visiting the school we use to help serve breakfast at from time to time, packing, and having lunches and dinners with dear friends.  There were hard moments without a doubt, but overall I was able to leave Guatemala feeling like the Lord had allowed me to end well and He used many there to encourage my heart in ways few can.  Guatemala will always be so dear to my heart and Lord willing I will return again in His timing. 

Being back in the States has been a little different since then.  I am at peace that this is where the Lord has me for now, even though I still don’t know why or what I’m doing here.  I trust that He has a plan.  He knows what He is doing and that I will be able to look back and see clearly.  In many ways I still have this “I’m out of place” feeling, but I know that He is faithful and that in time, as I become settled that should fade away.  I’m still convinced that I have some of the most amazing people in my life! God has blessed me richly.  I’m still looking for a job.  I’ve been looking at a lot of options, have applied for a lot and had little response.  I know that in His perfect timing the Lord will provide, but as the days drag on I have to confess there are moments I struggle to remember that.  If you would, please be in prayer for that, not only that a job would be provided but that my heart would be at peace in the waiting. 

Dios los bendiga

Here are a few pictures from my return trip to Guatemala.  They are mostly of sweet friends.