Week 3
First Paper Due
This week students madly tried to find computers, printers and someone to edit their first papers. The power went out at dinner the night before and screams were heard from all over the cafeteria of "my paper"! The power quickly returned and everyone lived.
Some other things going on this week: Students were able to see their ministry sites this week and pass out invitations to the local children in their area. Another group went hiking (note: Karianne would like me to mention that this is an 8 mile hike and that is really long!) and people continued to explore new restaurants and places around the area.
We had our first "girl's night" and the boys have been figuring out how to get their football fix (a special thanks goes out to their waitress at TGI Fridays where they watched 1.5 football games on Saturday).
For the most part this was just a weekend of hanging out watching movies, reading, soccer and ultimate Frisbee. We have a tough life!
Photos (from top to bottom): Out to lunch at Magic Bean, Peter, Reid and Trevor enjoying pancakes, a group with the purchases from one of the markets in Quito, Laura and El, Jenni and Elle, girls at "girl's night," Nicki, playing cards, puzzle time, and Kira
Student Perspectives:
Futbol vs Soccer
One sweet wicked way us CBCers join in the culture here in Ecuador is by challenging the local Ecuadorians in a little Futbol. Every Monday, Thursday, and any day between, our soccer skills are put to the test. Thanks to our awesome goalie, Micah Rude from Minnesota, we have kept a pretty good reputation and a reason for the locals to keep coming back to play us. With players like Trevor Hazen, Peter Johnson, Alex Melin, and Judson McLaren all from Minnesota, Jacob Dybzinski and Cassie Fightmaster from Colorado, Shane Hoffbeck from Alaska, Michael Bachman from Kentucky, and our deans Luke and Andrew, we have a pretty functional and exciting team that is willing to take on any challenge in our little pick-up games. Jacob Dybzinski, in the front striker line, says that playing soccer in Ecuador “has been one of my favorite things.” Because our lack of language skills and American soccer fundamentals, I’m sure the locals find playing soccer with us pretty entertaining. Most of the guys we play against have been playing soccer since they could crawl, so I think they have been quite impressed by the fight we put up every game! I would have to say that playing soccer with these guys has been ‘a dream come true’ for me (and I’m sure others). To experience this game with such finesse, strength, speed, and flair from these guys has been more than fun, it has been a blessing.
Natalie Rush
Prayer for our community: One of the guys (Michael) found out that his grandfather passed away suddenly this week. Many of the students are or have been sick and injured (minor things) as well. The Franklin Graham crusade is coming to Quito this weekend (Sept 22-24). Our students will be helping on Saturday with kiwheelchair'schairs for the children's program.
(Note: Micah is not actually sick, he is just sitting in a funny position and demonstrating what it looks like to be sick)
This week students madly tried to find computers, printers and someone to edit their first papers. The power went out at dinner the night before and screams were heard from all over the cafeteria of "my paper"! The power quickly returned and everyone lived.
Some other things going on this week: Students were able to see their ministry sites this week and pass out invitations to the local children in their area. Another group went hiking (note: Karianne would like me to mention that this is an 8 mile hike and that is really long!) and people continued to explore new restaurants and places around the area.
We had our first "girl's night" and the boys have been figuring out how to get their football fix (a special thanks goes out to their waitress at TGI Fridays where they watched 1.5 football games on Saturday).
For the most part this was just a weekend of hanging out watching movies, reading, soccer and ultimate Frisbee. We have a tough life!
Photos (from top to bottom): Out to lunch at Magic Bean, Peter, Reid and Trevor enjoying pancakes, a group with the purchases from one of the markets in Quito, Laura and El, Jenni and Elle, girls at "girl's night," Nicki, playing cards, puzzle time, and Kira
Student Perspectives:
Futbol vs Soccer
One sweet wicked way us CBCers join in the culture here in Ecuador is by challenging the local Ecuadorians in a little Futbol. Every Monday, Thursday, and any day between, our soccer skills are put to the test. Thanks to our awesome goalie, Micah Rude from Minnesota, we have kept a pretty good reputation and a reason for the locals to keep coming back to play us. With players like Trevor Hazen, Peter Johnson, Alex Melin, and Judson McLaren all from Minnesota, Jacob Dybzinski and Cassie Fightmaster from Colorado, Shane Hoffbeck from Alaska, Michael Bachman from Kentucky, and our deans Luke and Andrew, we have a pretty functional and exciting team that is willing to take on any challenge in our little pick-up games. Jacob Dybzinski, in the front striker line, says that playing soccer in Ecuador “has been one of my favorite things.” Because our lack of language skills and American soccer fundamentals, I’m sure the locals find playing soccer with us pretty entertaining. Most of the guys we play against have been playing soccer since they could crawl, so I think they have been quite impressed by the fight we put up every game! I would have to say that playing soccer with these guys has been ‘a dream come true’ for me (and I’m sure others). To experience this game with such finesse, strength, speed, and flair from these guys has been more than fun, it has been a blessing.
Natalie Rush
Prayer for our community: One of the guys (Michael) found out that his grandfather passed away suddenly this week. Many of the students are or have been sick and injured (minor things) as well. The Franklin Graham crusade is coming to Quito this weekend (Sept 22-24). Our students will be helping on Saturday with kiwheelchair'schairs for the children's program.
(Note: Micah is not actually sick, he is just sitting in a funny position and demonstrating what it looks like to be sick)
posted by Annalea at 9:40 AM
6 Comments:
I started at the bottom and was afraid I wouldn't see Holly at all, but! Here's the back of her head. Only a mother would know. Ha!
I want to see pictures of her gardening!
Love the blog...
Nice photos, Elle! I let your mom know about this blog. I'm glad to see you look so happy!
Jenni just told us about your site. It's fun to see pictures that help us understand more about what is happening. Thanks so much!
i love the pictures.. so much!!! i miss you all, and im prayin for ya!
i love the pictures.. so much!!! i miss you all, and im prayin for ya
Hey Nat. That was a sweet wicked post.
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