My son went to Nicaragua to help build a wing on a high school. He went with 19 other members of his church. 20 minutes before they arrived the palm frond roof collapsed on the chapel that they were to sleep in. Some 75,000 palm fronds had to be gathered, tied and pulled out of the chapel after adding a new roof. That's Chris in the doorway. And below toting some away. 
One trip after another they toted away the palm fronds. He's in the hat above.
Preparing the foundation for the new wing.
He looks so tired and rugged after 7 days of hard work. He was asleep on the plane before it left the runway, according to his friends. lol. His group worked so hard to get everything done and then some. They apparently made a wonderful impression on the students and faculty of the school and were invited back anytime they wanted to come. I am so proud of my son. I love that he has such a big heart and a good head on his shoulders. He is 24 and attends college in NC so I only get to see him about 2 times a year. ;( I think it is amazing that when we have our children we realize a love like no other. We fall in love with those adorable little hands and feet and that sweet little face and then the joy of parenthood stays with us forever. Sure there are trials and tribulations but overall I cannot imagine not being a mom. My heart is overflowing with love for my two. My daughter is 17 and she tries my patience more often than not but still I see the young lady she is shaping into and I am proud of her strength and resiliency. Next summer I will be an empty nester. Shwew...writing that made a lump form in my throat. My chicks will take flight. I want them to soar.Goodnight my dear friends.
I bet you are SO glad to have him home, although so proud of his accomplishments! Our kids served at YWAM--one of the best things they could've done!
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Myrna
What a proud mom you must be, as mothers we strive everyday to teach our children the goodness and the giving and respect given to others.
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reading what you wrote made a lump in my throat. you have a fine looking family my fren. you must be real proud of them all :)) isn't it the greatest gift in the world ...to be a mom!!
ReplyDeleteHow blessed you are to have such a generous, caring son and, I'm sure, a wonderful daughter as well. You have every right to proud of them. Thank you for sharing the story
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ReplyDeleteGreat to catch up with your blog. The pictures from your son's trip are amazing. He is a lovely young man you must be so proud.
Lindsay
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Oh Tammy this is wonderful and I couldn't agree with you more! I know the love you feel as I share it for my own along with the hopes and dreams that they'll sore to great heights in life and find true happiness and love along their journey.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your precious time together as I know you will!♥
What a great heart your son must have to do such a selfless act!! I am sure you so proud to be his mom! (And he's good looking as well...)
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ReplyDeleteand soar they shall!
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Chuck
What a wonderful Post!! You can be so proud of him. And what a blessing that the fronds didn't collapse after they arrived. "Tender mercies". : )
ReplyDeleteHow proud your son would make any mother! What a wonderful and generous son you have, congratulations to you for bringing him up so well. That was a beautiful gift those young people gave. I was very touched by what you wrote and seeing the photographs.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great guy and a great mom...he is a testament to that....I love the bracelet too Tammy...it is really pretty...I am having a giveaway on my blog too..be sure and come visit! Melinda
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