Would I do it again?

Sorry, we weren't able to get Internet access the last couple of days. Here is an update....We are all home safely - some bruised, some battered, some homesick, some with intestinal issues, all exhausted but all completely blessed by the children at Ceracaif and the faithfulness of our Heavenly Father.Thank you everyone for your prayers!
The first day we gathered in the playroom and started in prayer and my eyes filled with tears. I was overwhelmed by feeling God's presence among the children and our team. I knew God was going to do a mighty work there. As you know from the previous blogs, we accomplished much. I started clearing out pig poop from a building that would soon be renovated into a chicken coup... would I do it again.... you bet! We weeded, worked the soil of an existing and new garden, planted seeds, made a site for a herb garden... would I do it again...you bet! We put on a VBS with stories sharing the gospel, songs, crafts and games..would I do it again...you bet! We planned a special 15th birthday party for 2 girls and ate a meal at the orphanage with children(this was probably the event that began the teams tummy troubles)... would I do it again...you bet! We put on a carnival and a church service..would I do it again...you bet! We filled the pantry, bought bibles, pvc pipe, a corn grinder and much more... would I do it again.. you bet. Did I miss my family...you bet! Would I go to the Home of Refuge again..... YOU BET!!!!
We saw bright eyes and beautiful smiles. The safety and love at the orphanage has been able to help heal some of the sadness, tragedy and pain these sweet children have experienced. Will I always remember these children ...YOU BET! Will they always be in my prayers...YOU BET! There is still so much more to do there. Please pray with us for direction on how we can continue to love and serve the children and staff at the orphanage.
It was a privilege meeting the 2 sisters and a handful of dedicated volunteers who love these children day in and day out. Please pray for their strength, patience, endurance, health, finances and continued commitment to the children. We were blessed by the new friendships of the Orphan Outreach staff - Mike, Gloria, Andrea and Pablo. These people are dedicated to loving children in Guatemala. Please pray for them as they continue to work and serve orphans and the fatherless.
Over and over again, God showed us how he picked the perfect team to go to Guatemala. We got to see how everyone used their God-given skills and gifts on this trip. We were able to love each other well and give each other plenty of grace. I am so thankful and blessed to have experienced this with each of you. We worked hard, laughed a ton and loved well! I love you all!
I started this experience in tears and ended in tears saying good-bye to the children that have touched my life. I am now loving my sweet family at home and praying for the children and saints at the Home of Refuge in Guatemala.
In Him, Kristi