Week Two

As we transition from our first week here to the second, there are certain cultural rituals which must be observed. The most important of which would be Kareoke night at the Central Bar. Whew, haven't had that much fun since... well, I've never had that much fun! We were sending of the Serbian, Norbert, and celebrating Barry's birthday. Honestly, we didn't need any more excuses for "another round". All were very well behaved, even though the pictures may seem the contrary.
(Luong's first Guinness in Ireland!!)

We strolled in well after 2:00 AM. Did you know it's twilight here at 2AM? The northern horizon stays light all night long. Amazing.
The moon has been full, so the surf is high and we can hear it out our window at night. Reminds me of the Heximer's place in Florida. We have also been blessed with great weather the past couple days.

Week Two starts today with the new batch of short term volunteers. Luong and I feel like pros now, so it will be fun to welcome in some new blood. Marian arrives tonight and I'm so excited to have her here! There is something divinely special about these people and this place. Yesterday we reflected on our last week together and I shared how blown away I was at the community built between complete strangers from all over the world and all different cultures in such a short time. Only God could facilitate this community.

As I close, I have been following the news online, and I must implore everyone to pray for peace in the Middle East. It almost seems like a cliche at this point, but as things intensify, so must our prayers.

Love Lisa (and Luong)