Channing Friday/Saturday

This week has quite honestly been one of the best weeks of my entire life. I feel so blessed to have been surrounded by such beautiful caring people. Not only have I grown from this experience but I have gotten to witness six other lives change. We truly have become a family.  Stephanie is our loving caring mother on this trip, keeping us in check from our own "blog about it" moments. Jeniris, our peppy sister who consistently finds the joy in every moment.  Seneca our brother, protecting us and bringing his fun spirit. Ranjana, our youngest sister, with a heart of gold, bursting with energy, willingness, and love. Mariza, our crazy aunt that never fails to make us laugh. And of course Julianne, our fearless leader and wise mentor who has put up with all of our "clitch" moments and continues to help us strive to be better music therapists.  We have become closer than I ever would have imagined, and I am so proud, honored, and humbled by the love I am surrounded by.

Yesterday I was able to see all of the hard work that we have put into fundraising, spreading the word, and working with the children, accumulate in an amazing concert. At the end of the concert, we were met by tears of joy from parents who had never seen such focus from their children, or parents who were so proud of what their child had accomplished. The children who had literally kicked, hit, bit, and punched us in the beginning, had embraced us by the end of the week and would not let us go.  It is at times like these that I know I am where I am supposed to be.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to our amazing experience, whether it was money or good wishes, our hearts are overflowing with love for each of you.

Today, I think we will relax :)