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this is Jeyling, she lives at HAT (temporary care for kids off the streets or in abusive situations). She has lived on the streets of Managua since she was little. I had the chance to pray with her and listen to her pray, it was so beautiful. Please pray that she can stay off drugs and find a place of peace and security. I hope to see her again but the kids at HAT come and go quite quickly, they are desperate kids.
Josh and one of the little guys that lives at HAT.

This iguana went running through the 1 year anniversary celebration at the Villa. You should have heard the screams. Don't you think it looks like a toy monster! William was in awe!


At Pochomil beach last Wednesday.


Riding horses on the beach. Guess how much it cost???? $2.50 for a half hour and the baby tried to eat the whole time.

Josh caught this giant rooster all by himself!
Ok, that's all for tonight. I love being able to share with everyone. We are having a great time. Did I mention that William was given un pollito last night? A chick, one day old! Everywhere we go we always add to our pets. Right now she (we say) is living in our bathroom and is well loved. I even find myself cuddling her. I think she likes us, but really is un pollito capable of loving? Haha. Her name is Gallo Pinto. You probably can't ever meet her in person because I don't think she would be allowed into the US but soon you will know her through pictures. I think she will eventually live at the Villa.
Actually, tomorrow she will have her first night there. We will be staying with the older girls for the week so Mama Alba can have a week off. 10 kids and 1 pollito ~ no problema right? We'll have fun, lots of laughs and what an amazing priveledge to be able to love and know the precious girls! They are so excited for Papa D'blanco to come on Friday!
I love you all! Thanks for reading.





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  1. UnknownJuly 7, 2009 at 12:06 AM

    It's just awesome to read it all, Katie. You guys look great and I'm finally caught up. Keep blogging, you do it so well, and continue to enjoy all these experiences. So much love to you all! Please tell the kiddos how proud I am of their selves that they are sharing with others. They are awesome! Love, Lucy

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  2. AbbyJuly 7, 2009 at 8:56 AM

    I can't believe William holding that iguana...amazing! I love seeing your pictures and reading about what you guys are doing. You are all in my prayers everyday...love you!

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  3. Katie McGrewJuly 7, 2009 at 9:01 AM

    Thanks for the encouragement from both of you! I love being able to write and send pictures, being able to share this experience with everyone is a huge part of why I am here. Thanks for the prayers, I know God is taking care of us. I am super excited for our team to be here on Friday and share everything with them. I am excited for the kids to be able to show them everything that they have come to know and love! They really love it here!!! I love watching them love people and grow and step out of every comfort zone. Love you guys!!!

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