British Embassy Visits the Home

We had a lovely time visiting El Puente Home with Mr. Robin Shackell, a representative from the British Embassy in Asuncion. His mother Susan also came.

Just arrived, meeting the girls.

Mr. Shackell explains the board games he brought.

They were given a tour of the Comedor, the Home and the Learning Center, which should open to the community in February 2015!

Rocio shows some of the instruments they've been using for the girls' music lessons.

At the Comedor, admiring the recently-harvested squashes which the girls themselves grow.

In front of the Home. From left to right: don Carlos, Susan, Mr. Shackell, Osvaldo and Rocio.

Checking out the girls' bedrooms.

What's a visit to the Home without an amazing meal prepared by Maria Luisa?

After dinner, the girls performed two dances for their special guests from England.

Mr. Shackell and Susan then handed out gift bags for all the girls, who were only too happy to receive them! They got goodies from the British Embassy: mugs, notepads, pens and a bag.

We also gave away some toys donated by Dream Works, and letters sent by Rob and Jackie.

No such thing as a late Christmas present!

The following morning, in true Paraguayan style, we lounged for a good while drinking mate, chatting and listening to the loud thumps of ripe mangoes falling from the trees.

I then had a short session with the girls were we talked about perseverance. We discussed what the Bible says about not giving up, especially in the face of adversity.

After our talk, we all wrote down our resolutions for 2015! 

It was a memorable visit and the girls were very happy to meet Mr. Shackell and Susan.

Thank you so much for coming! We hope to see you again!