Well… a few days behind on the “thank you” train. A small part of that is due to laziness, and a larger part of that is due to the website being down and not allowing us to post. It was later today that I thought of the idea that I should have written my posts on a separate document and then posted them to the site when it was up and running again. I guess hindsight really is 20/20.
Today I want to thank Francis Asbury UMC in Sugar Grove, West Virginia!! Sugar Grove, West Virginia… the name of the small town is as cute and quaint as it sounds. It’s got my Grandaddy’s store on the corner, the volunteer fire and rescue station where many community events are held- from Thanksgiving dinners to summer lawn parties, and Francis Asbury UMC on the corner… covered in pieces of green, clear, and bright blue glass, glistening in the sun.
This church was my first experience at church– from listening to old hymns played on the organ and memories of trying to catch the hair on fire of the girl standing in front of me during our children’s Christmas performances. I remember my grandmother singing loudly in the back, and feeling her eyes on me throughout every moment making sure I wasn’t misbehaving (which I usually did.) I remember scribbling pictures on the prayer request cards and sneaking mints out of my aunt’s pocketbook. And when I go back, not a lot has changed here. It’s still the same church, dripping with history and love and memories, and I’m so thankful for the foundation it gave me.
From our very first trip to Guatemala in 2012, the church has supported us. They roll only about 20 people deep, but the love and support they show us goes even deeper. We are thankful for all of you and for your continued support as we are here long term. We love you all and could not do this without you!
Sweet Amparo was unable to move and just stared at me with blank, empty eyes when she was brought in. After 2 months of working with her daily, she’s bright, giggly, sweet and loves to play copycat in English AND Spanish! Sweet little bilingual baby. <3
Thank you for supporting the lives and health of these children by supporting our mission.
You are loved!
Whitney
