Mixed feelings today.

We started the program with the kids this morning. They are cute, lovely and adorable. I felt and still feel so warmth when I held them in my arms. Looking at these children, and knowing that they will not remember me later, I am so thankful to be part of their lives, even for just a few days. However, I know that the Heavenly Father will continue to look after His own children. He will never forsake them.

I felt tired after the class. The younger ones, those 3 and 4 years old are just so active, energetic and restless. It seems that some of them would never stop running around, talking, standing up and down ... But I really enjoy spending time with them.

Me and the others e didn't take a nap in the afternoon. The first time since we arrived. What did we do then? Devotional sharing, evaluation, prayer ... This is a wonderful time that we can get together - not just to do things or accomplish a project, but to get close to God through His Word, prayer and fellowship.

We went to the Cave Church in the evening. But before that we have to pass through the Garbage City. The garbage city ... I have heard about it for a long time, say a few years, but it is my first time being here. I have never thought that I would be here physically. It is not that I wanted to visit this 'sight-seeing spot'. No ... I want to see how these people, our brothers and sisters are doing. I want to know and feel it, for real. As expected, there was smell. Smell of garbage ... I tried not to show how I felt sick of the smell (I really wanted to vomit) ... However, I also smell love and hope. In spite of the difficulties, they persevere. But I do feel upset. I don't know how to describe it ... it is a kind of pain that comes within you, deep down in you.

Then we arrived at the Cave Church. It is magnificient. And it is inspiring. However, it did not stop the pain in me. Looking at the Cave Church with all the statutes etc., I really felt for my family members. Tears started rolling down ... And I wonder, how they could survive the hardship? I think, having the Christian community, and the Cave Church nearby mean a lot to them. It is encouragement and a reminder of who God is - He is still the one in control. He is the faithful One. He is the One to come.

I could have written more on the Cave Church and the Garbage City. However, words cannot really describe what I am feeling right now. All I can say is, God is good all the times! Hallelujah! Amen!