River Wash, Last Dinner Together and Saying Goodbye

The day before the Rubins left, it was 102 degrees outside with a real feel of 120! After working on the car AGAIN and after a few morning chores, we headed out to Cayo where last minute souvenirs were purchased. Then, off to the river to cool off! Since Chris was busy helping Grady with car repairs earlier in the day, he ran out of time to shower before leaving the house. No worries though because he planned ahead and brought soap with him to the river! We all enjoyed cooling off and playing in the river after such a scorcher!

Taking a bath in the river!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Enjoying 'Ideal's (Belizean Popsicles)

 

Off to Hannah's where the Rubin's were treating us to a hamburger on their last night in Belize

.. and of course Fanta! Pineapple seemed to be the favorite of the night

 

Mmmmm... best burgers in Belize!

Mrs. R got a HUGE and yummy quesadilla which she shared with us all!

 

Morning of departure! :-( Mrs R and I had purchased a bunch of the same fabric and had made dresses for she and I and the little girls. We were unable to get the big girls' dresses finished unfortunately but we were grateful to have gotten these finished in time for this group photo.

 

The sweet R. family!

 

Off to Belize City, toward the airport!

 

..and to this waterfront park where we had lunch- pb&j and potato salad

 

A portion of Belize City's Waterfront scenery

This tour carriage was pretty full. We all got a kick out of it when the tourists whipped out their cameras and started taking photos of us!

 

 

At the airport..

Hugs and goodbyes begin.. we all hate this part! :-(

 

 

 

 

Goodbye hugs..

 

 

 

 

God be with you 'till we meet again! We were so blessed by this special family's visit. As well as the children's clothing for the needy children, they also brought household items down for us that we had needed and had bought online. In addition they spoiled us with many things that we didn't need but they knew would be a blessing to us.. Their kind and sweet children were a joy to be around and they themselves were such an encouragement. It was special to help them accomplish a few of their goals for their trip as well as having them join in on our lives here in Belize and to get their input and advice on our plans for service and ministry here. We cherish our friendship SO much!  What a very special 3 weeks!