Thursday, February 18, 2010

We came, we saw, we conquered!  After long non-starts at both Logan and Miama, we landed in the DR - safe and sound; and thanks to Mr. Utter's HB eggs, not too hungry (don't worry Parents - we ate in Miami).  We have wonderful sleeping accomodations, a pool, and plenty of people taking good care of us.  Today, we are in classes at Doulos teaching the Dominican students how to play Settlers of Catan. 

We began our day by leading chapel; regaling the students here with (somewhat exaggerated versions of) our preparations and journey.  We led their chapel with two songs and they taught us how to greet them (air smooches for girls, handshakes for boys). 

Tonight we will be dinner-guests at the homes of school families. Tomorrow we visit a public school. Saturday, we are off to Playa Fronton.  Parents, post some comments and we will try to retrieve them and pass them on.  Not certain when we will next check in on the interwebs, but Henry's phone works if you need it.

Love from the Dominican Republic
7/8 graders  XOXOXO

10 comments:

  1. So great to hear from you all. Helen and Laura have been keeping us informed. Thank you for the phone calls.
    What songs did the kids sing at chapel today?
    We are praying for you constantly.
    Special hugs to Stephen.

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  2. Hey Covenant Gang!! We are enjoying a balmy 39 degrees in Boston - almost feels like you could take off your coat when sunny!! Our 4 inches of snow are shrinking and likely will not wait for your return. Praying for you every day!
    Special Hello to Andrew - Are you doing all your stuff??
    Love, Helen

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  3. Hi you guys, hope you are all well. Big hugs and kisses to Ali Wags...Have fun swimming in the pool. The temperature is 45 and it is beautiful here, but not as nice where you are..Enjoy the dinner this evening..Hope school went well today and have a great adventure in the public school tomorrow..Love you all. And here is an extra xoxo to the adults for your care on our kids..Every second of the day our prayers and thought are on your team..

    Love,
    Kim

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  4. Hi all!! So glad to hear that all is well with you down in the land of beautiful weather!! Sounds like a very blessed time you are having.
    Our prayers are with you each day!!

    Much love from,

    the Dohertys

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  5. Hello Ninja Squad! All of the Richmonds send our greetings! We know you are all having a fabulous time there. We went sledding on Wednesday and had a great time. I'm sure it doesn't compare to your weather! We are so excited to hear about your time there. Hope you are liking the food. Special love to Annie...we miss you.
    Love, Mom, Dad,Molly, Jonathan, and Samuel

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  6. Just catching up here--glad to hear how well you're doing on your adventure. Some of us will actually be getting up early tomorrow and making our way to dear old 9 Westminster Avenue for the 101st day of school... followed by the 102nd, 103rd... I'd make some jokes about how we're going to have free pizza and sundaes every day, and have extended recess, and wearever days all week... but nothing beats bein' in the DR! Keep up the great work--make us proud!

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  7. Hey team,
    Thank you for all the updates, you are missed big time but we are excited for you as you enjoy "real" sun warmth. The sun is up here today, we thank God that we can at least see it as for feeling it, soon and very soon.
    Special hugs to everyone especially Keza who is missed big by Muco and Wera, we pray for you everyday and though Muco thought it would be cool to be the oldest child at home while Keza was aware, he confessed that he would rathe be younger but have Keza back. I thought that was funny and thoughtful.
    Keep the updates coming. We miss you
    Love Mom, Muco, Wera and Anna

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  8. Hope you are having an amazing time at the beach! We sure do miss you and can't wait to hear about all the wonderful adventures you are having.

    Love you James and Mike (Daddy)!!!

    -Aunt Kendra, Lexi, Ella, Elizabeth, & Annaliese

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  9. Hey guys! Great to know everyone got there safe. Mrs. Franks helped us send an E-mail to L3 during school, just saying how things are going here. Hope you guys have fun, and we can't wait to hear all about it.

    -Emily and Joy

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  10. Just wanted to say hi to the class and lots of love to Ms. L! Brodie sends wags and snorfles.

    Love,
    Rachel, Ricky, Brodie, and the rest of the household known as Local 50

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