...and they are gone.....

The good news is that Justin came in right behind them! My rooms smell of chemicals which I used to clean the bathrooms in preparation for the return of Justin to his room, and for guests using the other bedroom. I wanted Justin to start with a clean slate (bathroom) so he has an established goal to maintain. The washer and dryer are busy as well, and I ran a load of dishes through that machine already this morning. I am busy like Linda is on her regular days!

Before they left this a.m., the group presented me with a lovely photo collage featuring the kids from the past three years of helpers coming from CO to work our VBS. I love it, just love it! The battle to not cry was lost, especially saying good-bye to the guys. 

Yesterday, Michael got me two 12 packs of Diet Coke and this morning he declined my offer to reimburse him. He said it was his thanks to me for housing the kids. It is so truly my pleasure to have them here but thanks for the soda, Michael!

Here is the collage, presented to me from the group, with photo assistance from Kari Muente, who usually accompanies the students from her high school. We missed her this year...

 The young men and I posed on the walkway outside my condo: Jayson, Jackson, Jacob, and me

 Here are the guys with their fearless leader, Michael, who really does not like his photo taken

How glad I am this photo is unclear because then my tears don't show so much. I am not ashamed of them, but don't want to be an ugly crier with my guys! Just love the gift!