Just a Quick Note

I just received an email from my host mother. It was very short. It was mostly just confirming that she had received my flight information as she is the one picking me up on Tuesday. However, she added something that made me feel... Well, it made me feel really good about what I am doing. She told me "Finally that emotion. Children are happy."

That probably doesn't make much sense to you, but to me it was very powerful. You see, they are dealing with something very tragic. Understandably, the kids have been having a very difficult time. It was the reason the mom wanted an au pair and the reason I almost wasn't able to go. The kids are devastated and trying to deal with those emotions. It is a hard and difficult process. It is something that takes time. But, the fact that the mom stated that my coming to Spain is making these kids happy makes me incredibly happy. They are always so excited to skype with me, and I can't wait to be able to hang out with them.

I really hope I can help these kids smile. I know there will be bad days. Days where they will be upset, but I want there to be days where they can laugh. Days that don't seem so dark. I will do my best to make sure these kids can be kids for a little bit longer.