Today I got back to work after a weekend descanso. But now I am about to get the "real feel" for being a volunteer because I won't have another break for 15 days.
Anyway, I had a really great day in the section. ( I selected primeros and worked with them last Thursday and Friday) Today was a breath of fresh air because my first day in the section was quite a shock. One of the girls left to go home with her parents, but before she left she tried to steal as much stuff from the lockers as she could. On top of that two of the girls ran away, including the sister of one of the encargadas in my section who is also the sister of my Goddaughter. Thankfully, Maggie was found last night and wanted to return to the house.
As I am sure you can imagine, the first day had me a little concerned, but the girls in my section are really sweet. One of them had me translate a letter to her Godmother into English and they all bring me treats from the tienda. Today was really fun because I felt a little more confidant with my Spanish and was able to joke around with the girls. All the girls ask about my boyfriend (novio) and the ones who have met him like to brag that they already know him.
I am very excited for the next year. I know it will be challenging, but I think the rewards will far outweigh any hardships.
On another note, I am getting to know my Goddaughter's family better and I am more amazed by them every day. I work with the oldest sister in the section and Maggie (the youngest girl) is really wonderful. Tonight she was telling me how Marce (my Goddaughter) had shown her pictures of me. And tonight at dinner the youngest boy came over to see me and give me a hug. I feel very blessed.
Peace
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