Graffiti

6/30 Today in the morning we went to CCJ to assist in painting some walls of some of the houses in the surrounding neighborhood. It was an experience that reminded me a lot of when I was a missionary. The living conditions of these people were very poor. Most of them don't have running water in their houses. Their sewer is a gutter which usually goes down the sidewalks in front of the house. It's important to watch your step.

Carbonel e Mosca, two of the guys from CCJ that helped us out a lot today

Just like on the mission, the people were very receptive in general. I'm not sure how many walls we painted, but it was quite a few. It was one of those experiences which made me more grateful for the material possessions which I have.

I heard one guy muttering as he passed us by while we were painting. "Look at these Americans here to see people going hungry." And in truth, though it hurt, it was partially true. I had no response for this statement. I still don't. Hopefully I can take advantage of this internship to serve others and let them know that I, as an American, have more to me than a dollar sign.