Today was our last full day in Nicaragua. It was a great
last day to our trip! We started this morning with breakfast and got prepared
to continue our digging project for the last time. Our hole, which we thought
was required to be 8 feet deep, was actually 8 meters, so we realized that we
had our work cut out for us! We got busy
digging, and some of our Tribe athletes took this as an opportunity to get competitive,
timing how long each of us could shovel for before passing it on to the next
competitor. This passed the morning quickly, and before we knew it the digging
was done for a lunch break!
Lunch consisted of pizza, which we were excited for a little
less rice and beans! After lunch, part of the group went back to continue
digging the hole, and the rest of the group went to the orphanage to help with English
class. It was so interesting to see how the children faced the language barrier
as well, but in the reverse direction. Many of the students were nervous to
speak in English, but after us asking questions, such as their favorite color
and where they lived, we are able to get them to start answering us in English.
After the English classes were over, we were given free time to spend with the
children. Whether this was spent playing soccer, talking, or just enjoying each
other’s presence, it was a great last afternoon to spend just a little more
time with the children.
We all headed back to the team center around 6pm for dinner and to prepare for porch time. Worship tonight was awesome, with a lot of great music and bittersweet moments reflecting on experiences throughout the week. Evan spoke on how things are going to be different when we get back home, and encouraged us to not forget what we saw and experienced here but to cherish it, and share as much of our story as we can. We are all planning to stay up late tonight to enjoy our final hours in Nicaragua, enjoying each other’s company. We look forward to our last morning tomorrow, where we will spend the time taking the children to the pool. Please pray for safe travels tomorrow as we return back to the United States and that the rest of our trip will be just as amazing as the days behind us
