inspired

It was a good week here in Honduras. I was originally disappointed to learn that the physiotherapist may not be coming in (because I think it's on a voluntary basis). However, this changed when some friendly Americans came to visit my placement as part of a missions trip. They brought games and toys and really made the kids' days. I got to talk to a PT and he gave me some really good tips on what I could do, such as stretches and activities that could help those who are restricted in mobility or sit in wheelchairs all day.
One thing that I had also been thinking about was sustainability. I wonder, how can I do something here at Bencaleth that would make a lasting difference. Yeah, I could do activities with the kids or infuse them with tons of resources, but I will eventually leave and the resources eventually run out. It's like each group that comes in for just an afternoon. It's necessary to have the fresh ideas and excitement for that short while. But follow up is just as necessary.
I started playing soccer and bringing some kids into the playground, which I think was out of the ordinary because the kids keep asking to play with me now. Sometimes the other staff come and join in, which is good because sometimes I come home totally exhausted and probably 2 shades darker. Even if we can make it a weekly event to have a purposeful play time, that would be good.