(in guatemala, the kids summer break runs from mid october to mid january.) our friends carlos & thelma have a small art gallery and school here in magdalena and are doing a 2 week art camp for local kids. our kids and the schmidt kids are loving it! they are learning to paint and having a blast - every day from 8-12 this week.
in addition, jake has been wanting to work on the 12x12 construction jobsite. today was his first day... after art school he went to romelo's house and worked a half day with the guys. he said it was hard work - mixing concrete, and moving and setting blocks. he came home and told me "dad, it was really hard work but i think i need to keep helping these guys. can i work with them all week?"
i love that he wants to work, but even more than that i am loving that he enjoys being out there with romelo and the guys. he told me word for word everything they said, repeating all of the jokes, laughs, and fun conversation. on a side note, i am amazed at his fluency in spanish. it is such a joy listening to him communicate.
it is just great to see all the kids enjoying life here in the village! praise God!
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