Why am I here?

Though having the opportunity to live in Nicaragua has been one of the greatest blessings in my life, I still get home sick from time to time. This is one of those times and times like these are when I have to remind myself why it is that I am here. There are so many reasons but here are a few that I feel need mentioning. 

I love living in Leon, Nicaragua because.. 

I get to see things like this.. 

(weird.funny.cute)

and this..

I love new friends.

 I love the way a little tan hand fits in mine.

 I love kisses

I love hugs

 I love seeing what God can do for children in need.

 I love seeing this face.. 

 Turn in to this one.

 I love their eagerness to learn and know more about the God who loves them so.

 I love my girls class. 

 I love teaching english to little ones who want to learn.

I love cheeks.

I love moments like these. 

I love this family.. and so many more.

I love playing dress up.

 I love that joy joy joy joy down in their hearts.

because I learn how to be grateful for what I have.

and I even like getting lice.. If it means I get love like this. 

Thank you God for the children that will forever impact my life. They are such a blessing and I have learned so much just from watching them. Please help me humble myself like a child. Help me be a positive example to them each day. And when I need a reminder of why I am here, let it come from looking in to the eyes of a child. Thank you for their hearts, thank you for their joy, and thank you for what you plan to do in their lives. Help me to love unconditionally. I want to be clay in your hands. Use me. Amen.