As I haven't posted yet, I thought I would now even though the trip is over. However, in trying to determine what I wanted to say, I realized that I would never have enough time, or maybe even the words, to express what the trip meant for me.I had an amazing experience and loved every minute of it. I am so proud of the work we all did, and am so lucky to have had such a great group of students.
I'm also a little suprised at the huge culture shock I feel after returning. I drove home by myself after leaving the airport, and felt a huge impact for driving my own car, and being on my own for the longest amount of time in a week. I took a shower, in one that had a door and hot water, and felt a little angry that I was able to come back and do things people in the batey will never get to. I'm overwhelmed by the amount of stuff I own (that I believe I need in order to survive) compared to the poverty we saw in the bateys. This trip has left me with a lot to think about.
I agree with Noah. It was the perfect week. Thank you for such an amazing experience.
Anonymous Jennifer, Amy and Molly - thanks sgain for looking over our kids as they did some good in the world. Today, as we had some family over for Easter, Alison recounted some of the experience and you could see in her face how much she enjoyed the people, the work and fellowship. And we appreciated the way you all took care of them - thanks again. Dom T