Last Day In Mexico

Now I'm just gonna start this blog off with the fact that I'm very, very tired.  Then God came and rescued me from my distress and gave me energy, (well, Jen, our missionary, just gave me cheesecake), so I have the ability to write to all you lovely people about our lastest experiences.

This past week has been a major blessing to your team because everyone around us has been supporting and encouraging us.  We got to stay at Barra de Navidad for 2 nights because we have worked so hard.  I know this isn't the Christian thing to say, but we were awesome.  I'm trying hard not to boast right now but God set up this team to perfection, (I'm boasting about Him so that's okay, right?)  We have mended so well together and we all have one goal: serve God.  Our goal was not only achieved but everyone could tell that this was in our hearts from our actions and our behavior.
   Another reason about why were so awesome is because we painted, climbed and trimmed trees, battled mice, fixed sewer pipes, dealt with sugar high children and so, so much more but I'm too tired to remember everything.  I just remember people constantly saying that we did so much and they're really happy and we're a, "blessing in their lives".  Even though we couldn't communicate fluently to everyone, (BIG SHOUT OUT to Tim and Josue for constantly translating for us), the love of God was always shown through us and others.
      I remember back in Gretna, we were really scared to have more people in the group.  The fear of language barriers, cliques and conflicts arose in us.  That all changed the moment we met Leslie, Josue and Victor.  They are such great people with a huge hearts and love for the Lord.  We have learnt so much from them and it's gonna leave a hole in all our hearts when we have to say goodbye.
      MTC is a training center outside of Guadalajara and I can promise all you folks that they did an excellent job on showing what disciples look/act/behave like.  We have all changed as people and see the world in a different aspect and truly believe that God has major plans in store for us.  Even though we are going to go our sepa
rate ways soon, Guadalajara taught us to stick together, to depend on God 24/7, to serve when situations are tough and to love at any point in time.

- Nadia

P.S I might not be on the same flight as the others because I'm planning on packing the Mexicans in my suitcases and I think it's "against" the law, but I was never told that.  So I assume if it IS "wrong", I might be home late

P.S.S I have never eaten so many tacos and quesedillas in my life

P.S.S.S When Team Guadalajara plays a sport, it's very aggressive.  So when we're back, don't assume we were beaten or something, the bruises and scars are what we take pride for :)