In less than two weeks we will be in Nicaragua! We've been thinking about, planning and fundraising for as well as meeting together in preparation for this trip - for months - years even! The vast array of emotions is climbing as the reality of the trip is in the forefront of our minds. We are no longer counting months, or weeks, but days!
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bendiciones!
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