Marietta had us over again for sopa marinera, which is DELICIOUS seafood soup with fish, conch, lobster, crab, and some times shrimp. It also has yuca and a coconut base. YUM! It just so happens to be one of my favorite foods (but don’t eat too much or you WILL regret it!)
After that we had SPRING BREAK (aka Semana Santa) which was quite anticipated and much needed R&R. We were lucky enough to be invited to a couple of places with some good friends. First we went with Megan and David and their kids Andrew and Adrianna and Sun (the new missionary) to Trujillo, a town to the east. It’s the site of an old fort (see photos) and some amazing beaches. The actual beach was in the shape of a crescent moon and we got to drive around just about all of it. In one part, near the town, the sand is really coarse but on the other part, where we went the second day, it’s much finer. In fact, that second day was idyllic. After practically off-roading for a bit, we arrived upon a stretch of beach that we shared with no one. There was no one as far as the eye could see. The water was warm and wonderful and the waves were just right, not too big but not too small. On the way back we stopped for lunch in Tela at a yummy restaurant that had a PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER – and it had PAPER TOWELS!!!!! I know, I know, I was blown away too! I’m so used to having to have toilet paper or at least an old receipt in my purse because bathrooms here don’t tend to always have tp, much less soap or anything. I haven’t seen paper towels the whole time I’ve been here! It reminded me so much of the States I actually felt homesick! Anyway… Here are the pictures!
After that we had SPRING BREAK (aka Semana Santa) which was quite anticipated and much needed R&R. We were lucky enough to be invited to a couple of places with some good friends. First we went with Megan and David and their kids Andrew and Adrianna and Sun (the new missionary) to Trujillo, a town to the east. It’s the site of an old fort (see photos) and some amazing beaches. The actual beach was in the shape of a crescent moon and we got to drive around just about all of it. In one part, near the town, the sand is really coarse but on the other part, where we went the second day, it’s much finer. In fact, that second day was idyllic. After practically off-roading for a bit, we arrived upon a stretch of beach that we shared with no one. There was no one as far as the eye could see. The water was warm and wonderful and the waves were just right, not too big but not too small. On the way back we stopped for lunch in Tela at a yummy restaurant that had a PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER – and it had PAPER TOWELS!!!!! I know, I know, I was blown away too! I’m so used to having to have toilet paper or at least an old receipt in my purse because bathrooms here don’t tend to always have tp, much less soap or anything. I haven’t seen paper towels the whole time I’ve been here! It reminded me so much of the States I actually felt homesick! Anyway… Here are the pictures!
After that little mini vacation, we were invited up to Rio Viejo (means “Old River”) to spend some time with Jason and Sara (they live there and are currently building an orphanage on some recently bought property). We had thought it would be just us and Sun (the new missionary – oh yeah, she came and she’s currently teaching 4th grade. She’s a nurse, though, and is seeking out her niche here. In the meantime she’s living with Liza and teaching at TLCBS.) but it ended up being a whole ton of people (seems to be the way people do things here!) and a whole ton of food! We barbequed chicken and pork and had rice and beans in plentitude.
We also go to go to Nuvia’s wedding. It wasn’t the church wedding, it was the legal one, with the signing of papers and all, but it was still wonderful. It was at her friend’s house which is close to where she grew up (but her old house was an hour’s walk from there). Here’s the happy couple!
Liza’s birthday was last Saturday, and we threw her a surprise party. We were hoping for something a little bigger, but we had fun all the same. It was at Jackie’s house (a woman from work) and her and her family, Lourdes, Pastor Corona, their kids Daniel and Juan Carlos, Jaime, his son Moises, Dave, and I were all there to wish her a happy bday!
Oh, and Ceiba, Liza’s cat is pregnant! We’re looking forward to some cute little Honduran kitties! (but not to keep! We have just about too many to travel with as it is!)
…uh, anyone want a kitten?
AND congrats to my wonderful sister, who was accepted (even courted?) by the University of Montana in Missoula. Now she can put her brains to even better use! We’re both really, really happy for her! (and you should be too!)
Aside from all the fun… we’ve had some very jarring things go down too… though not here – back in the states. Thankfully everyone was ok, but they were too close for comfort. Rachel, I love you!
For lack of a more graceful way of putting it, Dave’s parent’s house burned down. They lost just about everything, including their three cats. His parents and sister (she’s living with them) were ok, but all they were able to salvage were the clothes on their backs, one baby photo album, and Rachel’s camera. They even lost their station wagon that was parked in the garage. If you are interested in helping, you can email us (dsharp@vt.edu) and we can put you in touch with them. Your prayers for all are greatly appreciated.
My Papa is also having some somewhat serious leg problems, so please be praying for healing for him. I (Becky) also have bronchitis, but thanks to some medicine and a lovely shot in the butt, it’s getting better (and the doctor, who is the mother of one of our students, didn’t charge us a thing, Praise God!)
Ok, I think that just about catches you all up. It’s been a week of highs and low lows, but we’re glad to share that it’s going to be ok and we’re grateful for all of you out there. I know that we don’t post as often as we should, but thanks for not giving up on us! We love and miss you all! Come visit us!
We also go to go to Nuvia’s wedding. It wasn’t the church wedding, it was the legal one, with the signing of papers and all, but it was still wonderful. It was at her friend’s house which is close to where she grew up (but her old house was an hour’s walk from there). Here’s the happy couple!
Liza’s birthday was last Saturday, and we threw her a surprise party. We were hoping for something a little bigger, but we had fun all the same. It was at Jackie’s house (a woman from work) and her and her family, Lourdes, Pastor Corona, their kids Daniel and Juan Carlos, Jaime, his son Moises, Dave, and I were all there to wish her a happy bday!
Oh, and Ceiba, Liza’s cat is pregnant! We’re looking forward to some cute little Honduran kitties! (but not to keep! We have just about too many to travel with as it is!)
…uh, anyone want a kitten?
AND congrats to my wonderful sister, who was accepted (even courted?) by the University of Montana in Missoula. Now she can put her brains to even better use! We’re both really, really happy for her! (and you should be too!)
Aside from all the fun… we’ve had some very jarring things go down too… though not here – back in the states. Thankfully everyone was ok, but they were too close for comfort. Rachel, I love you!
For lack of a more graceful way of putting it, Dave’s parent’s house burned down. They lost just about everything, including their three cats. His parents and sister (she’s living with them) were ok, but all they were able to salvage were the clothes on their backs, one baby photo album, and Rachel’s camera. They even lost their station wagon that was parked in the garage. If you are interested in helping, you can email us (dsharp@vt.edu) and we can put you in touch with them. Your prayers for all are greatly appreciated.
My Papa is also having some somewhat serious leg problems, so please be praying for healing for him. I (Becky) also have bronchitis, but thanks to some medicine and a lovely shot in the butt, it’s getting better (and the doctor, who is the mother of one of our students, didn’t charge us a thing, Praise God!)
Ok, I think that just about catches you all up. It’s been a week of highs and low lows, but we’re glad to share that it’s going to be ok and we’re grateful for all of you out there. I know that we don’t post as often as we should, but thanks for not giving up on us! We love and miss you all! Come visit us!
To finish off, here's a slice of Spanish alabanza y adoracion for you all, enjoy!
