The coquis are welcoming me to Puerto Rico :)

When I say coquis, I"m referring to the coqui frogs that are native to the rainforest here in Puerto Rico. They sing at night and you can hear them anywhere on the island every night. When I came to visit I was so enthralled by they unique experience of listening to the coquis, so much so that I called friends from home just so they could listen through my phone. Tonight they are a comforting sound and reminding me of God's unique pieces of creation.

I'm on day 2 here in Puerto Rico. Everything with the flights went very smoothly, and I arrived on time. When I arrived I went to my house right away, and I love it. As soon as I got there I found a dog in my back yard. Come to find out it belongs to a neigbor, yet she has been at my side every minute I've  been home, in addition to a cat named Felix who belongs to some teachers that will be arriving next week. Both of these animals have helped keep me company and I haven't been completely alone since I arrived, thanks to them. It's comforting to have two little critters here at my side for a few days.

I have groceries in the house, my house is furnished and all imperative household items are there or purchased. A couple of teachers here, Anna and Natalie, have taken me under their wings and have made sure I am getting things done and giving me company. It's great to have friends here already! The past two days here God has constantly been reminding me that I'm being taken care of. This has given me an underlying peace knowing that I am supposed to be here and that God is holding my hand through this process. Within the next few days it might start hitting me that I'm not leaving, but for now I feel great about living here. Did I mention I my yard has a palm tree, a lime tree, and I can see the ocean from my house? It's always been a dream of mine to have a palm tree in my yard, so it feels like God is giving me a gift in this.

Many have asked me for my address. If you would like it, or would like a postcard, please email me at maria.gargano@yahoo.com or contact me via Facebook!