Back in the fall I promised to highlight the 4 casitas (houses) that we have here at the albergue. Several months later, I'm highlighting the second casita - Luces (Lights). This house is full of beautiful girls and their madre tutora, Sylvia. Sylvia was hired just before Joel and I arrived in September. It's been fun getting to know her. She is doing a great job with the girls and learning how to discipline with love. It still amazes me - the work that the madre tutoras do each and every day. They are responsible for organizing their house, getting the girls ready for school, helping them with homework, disciplining, guiding the girls in their faith, listening to their stories and helping them through so many of their problems. All the while, sacrificing their personal life and only spending 4 days a month with their families. It is a tremendous ministry! Our times in the house usually consist of silly word games, new dance moves, tickling sessions and jokes. It's hard to take pictures to capture it! You'll just have to imagine us being as silly as possible!
Top Row: Fiorella, Yamelit, Milagros and Sylvia
Middle Row: Karina, Elisa, Aracely and Vanessa
Bottom Row: Brigit, Nancy and ZuZu
