June 8th - 1st Day in El Ocote

Monday morning was our first day in the village of El Ocote.  As in past years, the school children greeted us with songs and a prayer.  We each then introduced ourselves with our Spanish names.

On Monday, we started construction on four latrines and one Pila (outdoor sink and shower. Also on Monday, the school children attended the first day of Bible school.  Each child was given a backpack with their name on it. Throughout the week, we will fill these packs with school supplies and toys.

We are having trouble with Wifi connection here on the ranch so it may be Friday evening before we're able to upload these daily updates.