work is progressing

HI all,

Second day of work, much better than the first.
All the children are just really special, I get so much gratification from working.. its a bit much to say on the second day, but we have alot of ideas regarding the project, because as I said there is a hell of a lot to do..
Some of the nuns are really unpleasant, quite unfriendly to us the volontaries and the children as well. There isn´t so much dedication put into the project, partly due to the lack of financial situation, but also personal dedication is lacking in parts.
There is one child I am absolutely in love with. Because we are few volontaries you really have to watch out that you don´t spend more time with one than the other, because the children will take it much to heart if they feel that you like one more than the other. all the children are so affectionate, always hugging you and talking to you.
One child was crying today because he misses his parents. I was talking to the children today about where they come from and the destinies are so tragic, just really sad. Parents were alcoholics, or just didn´t care about them, dead or work really hard doing some bad job so I guess they lack the time, energy and patience to care for their children.
Some children are really quiet and obviously have experienced things no child should do. Then again on the other hand it is amazing how happy they can be at times.
Today perhaps going to an Ecuadorian movie, have to see. I am so busy with classes, homework, work and trying to sort out the everyday stuff. Next week my classes stop as my Spanish is at quite a good level and I learn most from practicing.

Anyways,
got to go shopping for food and handing out leaflets for a fundraising event we are doing.

Laura