Settling in to Cusco Life

Well, we've been in Cusco four and a half months now!  Finn is settled into his new preschool and has learned to use the potty (with assistance still).  Derek has been leading worship, helping with men's Bible studies, and helping with lots of other random aspects of church ministry.  And I've been teaching MKs every week, teaching children's Sunday School, and helping lead women's Bible studies.  We're still taking Spanish classes once or twice a week but we're both feeling encouraged with our continued improvement in that area.  We're getting better and better at understanding people even when they talk quickly or quietly.  We praise the Lord for helping us with all of these things.

Some pictures from our everyday lives:

Finn has gotten more and more affectionate and snugly in recent weeks.  He finally learned how to give a North American kiss too (involving his lips and not just his cheek).  I'm sure enjoying it!

One of Finn's final trips to toss his diapers in the trash.

 My sister Kelly came to visit in August and took me back to Machu Picchu.  We had a blast!

Finn sure enjoyed his time with Aunt Kelly, though he wasn't super cooperative whenever she tried to get a picture with him!