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The families who have been in the program at Lucio Blanco have
been clinging to their possessions, going in rowboats to take
the children to school (on higher ground), and hoping that the
water would diminish soon. Now—the last day of November—most
of their houses have no more water in them, the buildings at the
clinic center have been cleaned out, and the program is underway
once again, and the smiles on everyone's faces are certainly indicative
of an indomitable spirit. How wonderfully God blesses us with
these grateful, simple folks who praise Him in whatever state
they may be!
The joke of the recent watery state is: "The "gringos"
(a not too complimentary term for Anglo-Americans) want our water.
OK, here it is—let them come and get it." How splendid
it would have been to see it departing in gigantic pumps and piping
from the flooded "barrios"!
In this time of seasonal rejoicing, may you all have a time with
families and friends to remember the marvelous gift of the Baby
in a manger, the proof positive of the inexplicable love of God
for those who live in that world into which He was born. Take
time to show your love to others, and worship the Prince of Peace.
A Merry Christmas to all, and have a safe and prosperous New Year.
Yours in Christ's love,
Juliette and Jack McClendon
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