I hit the 10 day mark today (crazy, I know.) Time has flown by. There's never a dull moment here in Sigua. Always something exciting happening or a new adventure to experience. 

This last week has been jam-packed with opportunities to serve. On Monday, I was able to work in a classroom with grade 3 & 4's. The children are so welcoming and sweet, giving me hugs without even knowing my name. Miss Amanda (the teacher/my roommate) asked me to lead the children in a reading and help them to understand specific words. And although I did it wrong, I loved spending time with the kids. 
That night there was a parade, celebrating the day they received their letter of Independence. There were marching bands, performers, people with little torches, a man on stilts and other exciting things. People were walking around trying to sell popcorn or cotton candy. Food stands selling typical Honduran food such as Wendy's.. (Yes. Wendy's.) And even though it rained like crazy, people continued on with the party. 

Yesterday we celebrated culture day at school. Little girls showed up in their colourful Honduran dresses, and boys with their white shirts, red handkerchiefs, and a sombrero. It was adorable. We sang songs, played games, and ate delicious food. It was fun getting to know more kids and being able to play with them.

I was even able to go to the market, which was amazing. Seeing all the people selling their vegetables, hammocks, and whatever else they could sell was so neat. People lined up on the side of the road with their tarps up and baskets on the ground filled with fresh food, waiting to be bought. The street busy with people walking around, buying or promoting their products (and me not being able to understand anything they're saying.) Inside, people are selling clothing, more food, and other household items. So much stuff and different smells in one place. It might have been a little overwhelming, but it was really fun.

I have loved everything about these past 10 days. I know these next 11 weeks will fly by. 

God is good and He has big plans. He continues to give me opportunities to serve and the strength to do so. My prayer is that I would constantly be reminded of His power and that He is with me wherever I go. 

Isaiah 41:10 "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."

A few prayer requests:

• The children at the CEE Bilingual school. That they might know Christ in a personal way. 
• The teachers at the school. For patience, and opportunities to teach the Gospel to not only the kids but their families as well. 
• That I would continue to be able to serve in the different ministries in Sigua. 
• That God would comfort me when I'm feeling homesick. 
• Safety. 

Thank you for your prayers and support, and your sweet words of encouragement. 

Other random exciting things: 

• I saw a gecko for the first time. Which I wouldn't have minded it if it wasn't found in my room...
• I ate a real Tamale. Not the candy, although those are delicious too. 
• I was able to eat supper with a student's family. 
• I saw my first dead pigs head. It smelled and looked gross. 
• I toured Comayagua, Honduras, (Honduras's first capital city.)

*Culture day

*a Cathedral in Camayagua

*The market

*One of the many marching bands