What we're doing.

6/14/14

So in the last update I didn't say much of what we have been doing here. Oops. 

Last week we walked a ton in the jungle to make visits to different houses. I would tell the creation story though a translator, and then a Brazilian would re-tell the story and then share the Gospel. Repeat... Times a zillion. Sometimes in the afternoon we would have games for the kids at the church or building where we'd meet. We'd also have a health professional come and talk to the people. It is impossible to get good healthcare without going to the city - these people - the Quilos- are out in the bush. 

It is SO hot - and we sleep out here too. If you're by the river (Amazon) it gets cold at night. It still gets a little cooler here but not by much! We've had a few days to rest in the city -- getting spoiled by air conditioning.... I miss air conditioning, but what we're doing here is worth more than that. 

The first village we went to had no electricity and the houses were very far apart. This one has electricity - meaning we have working lightbulbs and a toilet!! A real toilet. (I'm so excited about this. Not a fan of squatty potties.) There's an inside shower too. (Again, not a fan of the outdoor shower.)

Here soon we're going to visit some more people and tell the creation story - until sundown. We're waiting for the heat of the day to pass. 

So, I totally forgot about drinking a ton of water - and got dehydrated. As soon as I realized what happened, I could hear Scotty in my head demanding that I drink a ton of water. Others caught on quickly and did so as well. Thankfully I'm feeling better - but that was a bit rough!!

Watching the first game of the World Cup here in Brasil was amazing. Everyone was so energized. It was like watching an Alabama vs Auburn game in Alabama. Lol. But instead of football... It was football (soccer). 

Another tid bit, is that I've been adopted. I have Brazilian parents now. ;) How exciting! I also found a lady who reminds me very much of Jo mama (hope you're reading this!). She's a very sweet lady & has patience with me when I don't have a translator with me. :)

Each of us has our own translator & Brazilian partner. My translator's name is Elaine - and my Brazilian partner's name is Job. (Job is also by Brazilian dad.)

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I totally just rode on a cart behind a water buffalo! So fun! Haha. Yay for new experiences. 

.... So, that's what we've been doing. :)