Camp yesterday afternoon was just as good as camp in the morning. After a two-hour break the campers began to show up. We played soccer (fuitball) and four-square with them. Communicating has been very easy. The campers love to teach us words in Portuguese and we in turn teach them the English word. Our Brazilian volunteers are doing a fantastic job teaching the campers in oficinas and small group time. There has been a lot of campers return from last year. Marcos came last year and wore his Demais shirt. He was called onto stage and recited the memory verse from last summer. It was an incredible moment to see that the children remember what they learned.
After camp we drove back to Aqua Viva and ate an amazing dinner. Dona Gon Gon was back to cook for us. We were all extremely tired and went to bed early to get ready for the next day.
Breakfast was a great surprise. When we woke up Dona Gon Gon had prepared her special pão de queijo, a cheesy bread Brazilians eat for breakfast and a morning snack. It has been the best food I have had here, and that is saying something.
This morning we had twice as many campers as yesterday come. It was great to see the old and new faces. The Bible story today is about Jesus healing the blind man and the campers learned that God has an adventure for them. In Man Land we made kool aid icees, rec played every kind of tag game you can think of, arts and crafts tie-died bandanas, and Girl World was filled with bubbles.
We now have a break for lunch while we wait for the second group of campers. I am sure this afternoon will be incredible just like the morning.
Born – Woke up to a pink sky after sleeping in a hammock last night.
Keenan – With all of Janie Byrd dancing, doing the round up, and helping with rec I think I’ve developed a new workout routine that I call C.A.M.P90X
Will – Pão de queijo!
Mark is being rocked by Brazilian people and culture and fattened by its foods.
Nicole has yellow hands for tie-dyeing today with children.
Katie – Bernie (Bruno) made a lot of friends today.
Megan is teaching English.
Kari loves being called Tia by the little ninas.
Mauricio – Peace up. A town down.
Norma and Ken busted a move.
Juliana could round up all day long.
Danielle is jealous of Neil and Grabirel’s dance moves and hey Ruby.
Stephanie – round up is my new favorite dance and I like playing bubbles with the meninas.
LB – I like dancing. Dancing’s my favorite.
Caleb – Will misses Katie. It’s obvious.
Brent – Grateful for my time with Maurice G. yesterday. Feels like I know him on a much deeper level.
Ashlyn – Kayla just got laughed at for saying butt in Portuguese.
Kayla loves being called tia! Currently being taught how to somba.
KT – Will is very grumpy today. I think it might have something to do with Katie. Please pray for him.
Haley is jealous that Caleb serenaded Will instead of her but understands because Will really misses Katie.
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Team 2!!!
I just spent a huge chunk of time avoiding my studies to catch up and read the latest blogs. I'm beyond excited for you guys, but also missing Brasil so much! Soak it up! Leave everything in Brasil. Love like you've never loved before. Enjoy the food, the company, the campers, and the bus rides :)
Nicole (and other crafts people)- So glad tye dye was a success! My fingernails still have tye dye on them...it's a great reminder of Brasil.
Katie and Will- my fearless leaders. make C3 Yellow proud. Own the Round-up!
Juliana- don't forget team 1! :)
LB- can we be dancing partners at janie bird during staff training?
Brent- happy birthday prayer partner. praying for you constantly
Kayla- can i just say that I love how your parents call you K-Mart??
Keep spreading the love of Jesus to everyone you meet. Know that I pray for you all constantly. And who knows... maybe some of you will be lucky enough to meet your perfect woman/man in Brasil like me ;)
Team 2, I'm so glad that the internet problems seem to be resolved now! I have loved reading the blogs and catching up with you all; I'll definitely continue to do so this week. Your joy to be there is evident through the entries, pictures, and shout-outs and it makes me so happy to see so many prayers for this week coming to life! Enjoy the country, the people, and the culture, but don't let the adversary distract you from your divine purpose there -- to preach HIS name! I'm praying for you every hour, team 2, and can't wait to hear stories when you get home!
Megan
ps. LB: Adderall, gmail, and 20 notif's :) My family says they love you, we're all keeping up with you!
Team 2, Great to get updates! We are praying for all of you! Continue to let His light shine through you. Matthew 5:14-16 "You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.
Juliana - Happy Birthday!!!! (Hugs)
I think team one and team two have been truly Happy Birthday Blessed!
Sissycat: We Love You so very much! I hope that you are having the time of your life!
XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO {mom hugs}
Proverbs 16:9 "In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps."
Happy Birthday Juliana!!! Hope your having a great time. We miss you here.
-Joel
Oi Chime Dois, how I love reading about your Brazilian experience. Brazil has forever captured my heart, and I miss it terribly. Soak in every moment. I know the Lord is going to use you to impact the lives of those sweet meninas and meninos in ways you never imagined.
Glad to hear that Marney has shown off her amazing singing skills. Don't let Andre eat too much ice cream, and make sure Fufa keeps his eyes on the road. Tell them all I miss them very much!
Juliana - I'm still jealous of you. Hope you have an amazing Brazilian birthday!
You all are constantly in my prayers! Love on those sweet campers like you've never loved before!
Ate lago!
Stephanie
Team 2,
I'm so glad that everything is going well in the beautiful country that you are in right now! I'm praying for each and every one of you. I pray that the Lord will be able to use you to further His kingdom.
Dani Girl- Love on those kids for me! Take Ashleys, Alisons, and my slogan..."Go Big or Go Home or Just Go Home Big" (with all Dona Gon Gon's delicious cooking!) Miss you girl!
-Brittany Boyter
We love reading the blogs and hearing about some of the things you are experiencing. Please know we are praying for you daily!
The Trammells
We send our prayers, especially to Katie and Bruno. Hopefully you'll learn your colors soon.
-The Unsworths
So happy to see y'all have internet and were able to update today! Praying earnestly for you as a team, as well as, your campers- I pray you embrace the blessing the Lord has given you- love on the campers and Brazilian volunteers like crazy!
-The Hand's & KT: Y'all are soooo very funny :)
ps: someone should challenge KT to a tonic water drinking contest!
Katie Underwood
I am OCD and need to correct my punctuation error- "The Hand's" should not have an apostrophe. Please forgive me. Ha
This is for Lauren! I loooooooooove you. I miiiiiiiiiiiss you. Praying for you guys!
Love, Kate
Looks like you guys are having an amazing time so far! Hope the rest of the week is great too. We are continuing to pray for you everday.
Kayla we miss you and can't wait to hear all about your amazing experience!
-The Cargle Family
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