Feliz Aniversario!

Today marked the celebration of El Hogar's 36th Anniversary.  The campus was a buzz with activity starting from 5:20 this morning when music was blaring throughout the dormitory as everyone was getting ready.  (I brought an alarm clock with me, but I have not yet had to use it...)

Profe Karen helps the girls get ready for their folk dance.

A local priest lead a worship service, with Profe Heyser playing guitar.

The passing of the peace is a delightfully lengthy process.

The  children participate in communion.

Directora Claudia spoke about El Hogar and the wonderful work it does to transform children's lives. She recognized the work of the staff and teachers, who, after only a week of working with them, I can say are some of the most incredible people I have ever met.  Lazaro Juarez, director of the Technical Institute spoke as well.

Everyone was excited to have Eduardo Bennett visit.  He is a former Honduran National Soccer player and former student at El Hogar.

The folk dancers performed... (the chairs are empty because the children had abandoned them for a spot in the shade...)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WYxQ9O5NJuE&feature=youtu.be

And there was cake!  Baked by Profe Martha and her student bakers, it was enjoyed by all.

Profe. Alan refereed the Copa Aniversario, which went into a shoot out to determine the champion.

In the evening, a group of youth from a local church came to do some interactive presentations with song and dance for the kids.

And these photos are just for fun!