I'm back at Holy Cross Anglican School in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize. I am fortunate to be traveling with my other son, Joel.
We landed in Belize City on Sunday morning, and after we traversed through customs and immigration, we boarded our 12 seat Cessna Tropic Air flight for the always interesting 15 minute flight to the island of Ambergris Caye. Once there we found our way to our condo and settled in for our week in San Pedro and our volunteer time at Holy Cross School.
We walked through the gates of Holy Cross on Monday morning and I immediately felt comfortable. I loved seeing the familiar faces, and hearing the familiar sounds. It was so encouraging to see the changes that have taken place during the 16 months that I've been away. The sewing centre is now going full force, the ladies are becoming amazing seamstresses. The donations for quality fabric have been coming in, and they have some really cool products that they're turing out.

They have started to make dolls that are sold at the school. Each doll is unique and can reflect the students, or can be custom made as a gift for someone. They are filled with rice and beans, and on the outside tag is the ladies' recipe for rice and beans.( deliciousness!). Joel and I had the opportunity to work alongside the ladies from the sewing centre, for  most of the day on Monday. I really enjoyed hearing them chat about life, sometimes laughing, sometimes encouraging each other. Sharing the problems and joys of being mothers. It was a great way to feel welcomed back to this lovely place.