spring break

4 days of New York
4 days of Mexico

This break was quite exhausting. And even though all of break was pretty eventful, most of it was spent in pain of some sort. From being sick in NY, to breaking out in an intense rash that is consuming my whole body, I don't remember ever being in a more physically miserable state.
With that being said, this has probably been my most fulfilling spring break. Going to NY to spend time with my dad, and then short-term missions to Mexico with Harbor Seniors.

During the Mexico trip I was challenged. I was challenged to give more and work harder. In spite of my rashes, and the drowsiness from meds, I was challenged to step it up. So often I think of myself, how horrible things are for me, and whats needed to be done for me to be happy and comfortable. But even in my worst state, my problems pale in comparison to those around me.
On the second day of us being in Mexico, I looked around and glanced quickly into the home of the family that we were building a house for. Seeing how the Vazquez Morales family lived broke my heart and encouraged me at the same time. They were so poor, and in the midst of their struggles God came through and provided for them. What challenged me the most was, while I was worrying about my rash, they were worrying about the roof on their heads.
Even though the short-term mission is finished, I know that I can't be lazy anymore. There are so many things that need to be done.