So the other day, at the orientador's meeting, we heard that we would be getting another chiquito, a 2 year old boy. Two nights after the meeting, I dreamt that I woke up and there he was in the room, with us. Yesterday morning, it all came true! One of the cooks walked in our room at 5.30 am with the newest member of our group. So, now we are back to 4! He is super cute, and although yesterday, he was a bit nervous and shy, today he is playing, smiling, and laughing with the rest of the kids. All is good! We have been spending lots of time at the playground, playing with the ninas pequenas, the five and six year old girls, reading stories...which is definitely good for my Spanish...and well, being giggling, silly 2 and 3 year olds. I am sure you can imagine...And I learned how to play I Spy in Spanish...''Veo, Veo...Que ves? Yo veo una cosita que comienza con un 'a'...'' My English classes continue to be one of the highlights of my days as well, it is extremely rewarding to watch them become more and more confident as they participate more and more in class. I also enjoy getting to know other kids, besides my main 4. Next weekend, I will be taking my descanso, my one week break, with another volunteer. We are going to go to a finca for the weekend, a plantation by the water, that has kayak tours, hiking, etc...then on Monday, we will be going to a Spanish school to study in the mornings, and travel a bit in the afternoons. The other orientador I have been working with will be leaving the day I return, and I will be working with another girl, also from Spain.
This place truly is incredible. It is amazing how year after year, volunteers come from all over to help. And although there is definitely a shortage right now, everyone truly steps up, and does whatever is needed to help, to make sure that everything goes smoothly, and that all the children are given the love, attention, and support they need. I am blessed to be working with so many people with such generous and loving hearts. I love you all!
