Hello from Chimaltenango, Guatemala!
We are back at the mission house after our first day of working in the village. It sounds like everyone had a really successful day, both with the building and with vbs. We enjoyed something that doesn't happen here very often--rain! It started before we left this morning and pretty much lasted all day. Most of the time just a drizzle but harder at times, too.
The village we worked at today was about 1 1/2 hours away. We were able to meet and work with some really great people. They were so willing and excited to help. The mom at one of the first houses helped put together the door that she will walk into every day. Rico, the 18 year old son, helped set the posts and side the house that had to be an awesome feeling!
We also spoke with the pastor of the church whose members are the ones we are building the houses for.  They were all very appreciative and excited to recieve one. Vicenta prayed before we started setting the poles for her house and the entire group was incredibly moved (even though we didn't understand a single word!)
We returned to the mission house, tired and hungry, but still feeling excited and inspired by the days events.  After a fabulous meal prepared by the cooks and an evening of community with the group, we will soon retire for the night anxiously awaiting what the Lord has in store for us tomorrow.

Laura M and Paul H