Oi from Brazil!

It's a testament to the business at Lar that we haven't been able to share until today -- between playing with the kids, going to church, and remodeling the girls' dorm, we've barely had time to breathe, let alone get across the street to post on the blog!

Our travel went as smoothly as we could hope for; no flights were delayed, and we didn't have to run to a single gate.

We were welcomed like long-lost family when we arrived late on Saturday, especially in terms of the UNBELIEVABLE food! (We decided after the very first meal that we would all come home with more weight.)

The past couple days have been busier than anyone expected. We were put to work today on the girls' dorm after spending Sunday playing with the kids and going to church in the morning and evening. We've been able to do a lot more than originally anticipated thanks to the generous donations of the Global Cafe and the congregation of Prairie Ridge. Our ears are all ringing after spending the day listening to roofs and ceilings being torn down -- we were originally only going to have enough to paint the building, but because of your generosity we're going to be able to replace the roof, ceilings, and several doors in addition to repainting both the inside and outside.

Words can't express how much we appreciate all your prayers, support, and encouragement.
I tried to think of a legitimate excuse to post this picture of baby Bruno, but I decided I didn't really need one. :)
We just saved a bunch of money on our car insurance by switching to Geico!
(Our uninvited roommate the first night)
We created a new policy: No more wallpaper at Lar unless it's there TO STAY.
We're having so much fun, we're flipping out! :)