Stories From Ecuador

Zip-lining in Mindo, Ecuador 6-17-17 Hola mis Amigos!  Wow! It has been an amazing two weeks since I last posted.. There have been so many unforgettable moments, memories made, friendships built, and so much more. In the past three weeks my love for Ecuador and the people here has only grown stronger. Every time I walk out the door I feel like God opens my heart just a little more. Everyday here is another adventure, another opportunity for me to grow in my faith, in my friendships, and in my relationships with the children and families of PDV. I am forever amazed at how God uses us each in our own way to make a difference.  PDV Children  This week has definitely been filled with a lot of trial and error. After being a part of two very hectic Wednesday food distribution programs, I decided I wanted to try and improve the children’s program. Well.. Much easier said than done I can assure you. To make a long story short, I’m going to h...

Panecillo 6-2-17 Hola Everyone! I can’t believe its already been a week here in Ecuador! Although at times it seems like i’ve been here much longer, the week has definitely just flown by. And I can honestly say, i’ve loved every minute of it! I’m so blessed to be staying with one of my best friends, and her wonderful family. They’ve completely welcomed me with open arms and treated me like one of their own. I’m not quite sure what I would do here in Ecuador without them! Three PDV Interns with our Hit Squad family member! 5-3-17 This past week has been filled with a little bit of everything I think. From working with the Food Distribution Program, to reorganizing classrooms, to doing home visits for future hit squad projects, to learning how to get around by the Quito bus system. Even though I’ve only been here for such a short time, this week has already been so rewarding. If I had to pick my top favorite moments this week, number 1 would be seeing this little girl wh...