Today was awe inspiring. These children have absolutely nothing yet I didn't see one child without the biggest grin on their faces. Happiness is contagious and my cheeks are suffering.
This morning we went around the market buying supplies for the days activities. The market was vibrant, every sense was on overload. Bright colours of silk and paint, pungent smells of hanging meat and the fast flowing Spanish taking over our ears.
Then out came the sun and off came the t shirts. We all went up onto the roof for sunbathing and dancing all excited for the activities that lay ahead. Over lunch we split into 2 groups, each going to different centres in Nicaragua.
The main section of the day was the visit to the centre where we were inundated with hugs and joy. The activities consisted of cake decoration, ball games and arts and craft. The children's disabilities ranged from being deaf to being paralysed with a few having mental illnesses as well. However every single child was super keen to get involved in every activity and I can safely say I have never sweated so much in my life!
An overall great day and I can't wait for a
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