Our First Day Home.
Bolivia 2007 July 10th, 2007 by GennaTony Martinez: July 10, 2007.
Today was supposed to be the first day back for all of us. We were suppose to awake on US soil, have familiar and missed cuisine, and relax knowing the trip was behind us, and the summer before us. Well…that isn’t what the Lord had for us.
Today, instead we woke up once again in our La Paz hotel. Everyone is far more rested today then they have been the entire trip, and all of the sickies are looking much better. I never claim to understand the Lord´s plan or purpose, but here we are, trying to figure it out.
The trip in total had its highs and lows for sure. This whole adventure started off like an exotic vacation. We found ourselves in an interesting city, with amazing people all around us making everything incredibly comfortable. The food was delicious, the tasks rewarding, and the environment surprisingly comfortable.
The last few days in La Paz (which were supposed to be our relaxing debrief time) have been the most difficult for sure. It is strange how the Lord works, or where we find our trials…but this trip has certainly flipped my understanding. Every day here in La Paz has brought a new challenge, some being significant disappointments. I am encouraged, however, to see how well the team has been taking the punches. The Lord has certainly taught us all a great deal about flexibility which we are now practicing.
Please pray for us. Thursday morning will be a new test. Our hopes are high, and home once again seems to be on the horizon. But the Lord´s will may once again change our path. May we be willing.