Isaiah 43:1-3, 7, 10-13

But now, this is what the LORD says— he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: “Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. For I am the LORD, your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior... Bring my sons from afar and my daughters from the ends of the earth—everyone who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory, whom I formed and made.... “You are my witnesses,” declares the LORD, “and my servant whom I have chosen, so that you may know and believe me and understand that I am he. Before me no god was formed, nor will there be one after me. I, even I, am the LORD, and apart from me there is no savior. I have revealed and saved and proclaimed—I, and not some foreign god among you. You are my witnesses,” declares the LORD, “that I am God. Yes, and from ancient days I am he. No one can deliver out of my hand. When I act, who can reverse it?”
Isaiah 43:1-3, 7, 10-13

Monday, March 13, 2006

Carnaval

The month of February in Bolivia is the month of Carnaval. Historically, Carnaval (similar to our Mardi Gras celebration in New Orleans) is a festival leading up to the month of Lent, the 40 days before the Holy Week (Easter) on the Catholic calendar. In South America, it’s a chance to revert to your childhood ways (in other words, soak each other with water balloons), or unfortunately, indulge in ‘adult’ appetites (in other words, get drunk very often). However, Bolivia is one of the countries well known for their Carnaval celebrations. In Oruro, there is a day long parade with elaborate costumes and floats. Unfortunately, it’s not an outing recommended for small children, as it’s cold, packed with people, and noisy. But we were able to watch the festivities on national TV, and we celebrated with our Bolivian family: eating the traditional food, having a water balloon fight, and going to see the Parade of Children.


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2 comments:

Cheryl said...

Hey Julie and Josh!
Just found your site and have loved seeing your world. We are so proud of you and love you much! As I scrolled through your posts, I was reminded of a certain chat with an amazing young lady while plodding down a very tall mountain...Bless you friend, as you live your dream!Love,Cheryl

5:59 PM
Daniel said...

Hello,
I am glad to hear that things are going well. I will be praying for your mission work. By the way, the baby is beautiful.
Also thank you for sharing the photos for everyone to see.

10:21 PM

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