We got back to Santiago right in time for Easter. To tell you the truth, I wasn´t so psyched about celebrating Easter at first. It seemed like another day in the life, and it was so strange being away from family for Easter. Last Holy Week we were able to share with Matt´s folkswhen they came to visit, then my folks and Emily came right before Christmas and so we celebrated with them and again with the girls. New Years we had a blast with Tía Veronica´s family... but this Easter? Erick and Gloria were working at the Restraunt, Celia and Alberto were down in Chillán...Well, Saturday I finally got to thinking about all the things I love the most about Easter... and started to get excited. We scurried on over to the Hogar early Sunday to pick up Laura and Cynthia and so the fun began! Every little moment of the day was something new and exciting for them. We hiked up to mass at the top of San Cristobal Hill in the morning. At the very top there is a large statue of the Virgin Mary and an outdoor church with rows of potted flowers in front of each bench. The view is breathtaking and looks out on the whole Santiago valley. After mass, we rode the tram down the hill, and headed for home.
It was so nice to be able to spend the day with them. I had forgotten how much fun we had had, and how much we would laugh. It was so nice to spend time with them on our own terms, in our own space, and just enjoy. Cynthia told us at the end of our day what a nice environment, and how relaxing it was at our new house. The sisters at the Hogar were so greatful, and it was so wonderful to get the girls one on one. We´ve got it all planned out now, and we´re going to take 6 girls out for a day each month, in sets of 2 (or 3 different weekends). I can´t wait for next Sunday!
Here are more pictures to check out. Cynthia made me promise I´d upload them ALL! :) Enjoy.
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