New Year

2013 was an exhilarating year for me in many ways. The ending was a little challenging due to the death of my friends dad. I honestly never know how to "be there" for someone, but I know that the best thing to do is continue to offer my love. 

Christmas was amazing with the family. It's really nice to be in the same room, drinking wine, singing and eating my mom's food and my sister-in-law's sweets. 

The New Years party was a hit! My friends worked so hard and the end product was phenomenal. "Meet me in Paris" was the theme. 

The biggest and most memorable time was when I went to Guatemala. I miss it so much, but I need to continue praying and working hard to make the big move. 

Here are some posts regarding my adventure.

• day 2  at the orphanage
• serving in Guatemala from Alabama
• Journey with a friend
• New child at the orphanage
• my journey His journey
• medical brigade
• new baby
• love for the mission
• back in California

I was able to spend quality time with Diego. Read more about him and how we met.

• Meet Diego 
• update on Diego 
• Goodbye to Diego  

I was able to be a part of something so beautiful with my sweet friend Lilly. She started a new program for teen girls who were abused and abandoned children.

• Hope and Future