How My Wife Spent Mothers Day







I really like my wife. I love her, of course, but I like her. For the past two years, she has given away her mother's day. We went out to breakfast and she got some presents. The thing that she really wanted to do, however, was to bless somebody else. We bought ten dozen roses (please do not think we need a deduction in salary: keep reading) and handed them out in the park where we have led worship and Bible studies. These ladies could not have been happier had they been given a new car! Somebody cared about them and was giving her time to them.

I really like my wife.

Mothers Day






Marta Picuasi (peek WAH see) is a dynamic believer who lives in Otavalo, Ecuador (She is the lady wearing the gold necklaces). She and her family have been incredibly kind to us and helped Julie and Katie to get the "NON tourist" price on the outfits they wore on stateside assignment last year. She and her family have several booths each weekend at the Park and sell all sorts of goods. Those who come on volunteer trips this summer will probably meet her in her hometown on our tourism day.

A Rose By Any Other Name




Ecuador is a major producer of roses, but that does not make them less valuable. Sure, they cost less than in the United States, but the impact is much the same. We went out and bought ten dozen red roses for under $20. Yes, twenty United States Dollars! These ladies who work at the Parque Elejido were as thrilled as they could be to receive a Mother's day gift. One lady just lit up as Julie approached with the flowers. She said, "It is Mother's Day and I just knew I would see you!" She is one of the Christian leaders among the workers, and we then went out together giving the flowers and ministering to the ladies.