While it has been a hard road, I think I am finally starting to fall in love with this island and the people on it. It is heartbreaking to be here sometimes because almost daily we see idol worship and can even hear the call to prayer LOUD and clear from our apartment several times a day. Last week we went to a Hindu festival honoring the lord ganesh, we watched hundreds of people worship a god that looks like an elephant, chant around fire, dance, and finally send the god into the sea. He didn't make it far though, and landed face down in the sand. Even though there are strongholds and setbacks, at the same time some wonderful things are happening in my life and the lives of those around us. Last weekend we spoke to a scout group (as pictured above) and really enjoyed spending time with them. I finally cooked an edible meal of stirfry YAY and thankfully our visas were extended so we can stay! I am missing you all and thinking about each of you!
Loving and learning, Andrea