Pray for Rain

Yesterday I finally was able to spend some time in my classroom. I'm a little overwhelmed because a lot of work has to be done, but I'm excited for what the school year has ahead! I decided that I am going to use a baseball theme for my classroom. I figured it would be appropriate for the Dominican Republic. I am realizing that learning how to teach in a third world country is teaching me how to be creative. Our resources are limited so it's really stretching me.

After school I discovered I've made some friends with several wasps who decided they have an open invite in my room. Then I noticed they have made a huge empire outside of not only my window, but also my roomates. So, I've called the exterminator hoping they will come fix it.

Last night was exciting because I purchased the first piece of furniture for our apartment. I met somone who was moving and selling a big red couch for a decent price. So, we now have a big red couch..yeah. If you come visit you will have a place to sit :)

Finally, today at school we discovered and were informed that we no longer have running water. Due to the lack of rain in the DR we are expierencing a drought. As a result the water has been turned off. Our administrator assured us he would make sure to provide us drinking water and not to worry. He also advised us to go back to our apartments and get all the buckets, trash cans, etc. and fill them with as much water as we can. They told us no one knows when we will have water again, but it definately will not be until it rains...so do a rain dance for me! When we got to our apt. we still had running water. We are close to the airport so we will get shut off last so I decided to get one last shower in!

I've encountered many challenges during my time here that take me out of my comfort zone, but it is GOOD. I'm growing and learning so much because of it. Let this be a reminder to take a moment today to be thankful for what you have. Some things we take for granted such as running water. Reality is I still have it great here, there are Dominicans I work with who don't even have a roof on their house, it could be worse. Be thankful, we are blessed :)