The first day we got to Ethiopia we went to a traditional dinner. A stranger walked up to me and the team (the manager of the restaurant) he hugged everyone of us, even though it was the first time ever seeing seven out of nine people on the team. The shock of how kind that man was stunned me the same day everyone in the restaurant treated us as family. We sat in the front row, and everyone said hi. The first day at Bring Love In, it was the same. Hugs and kisses from all the Littles and sweet conversations and hugs with the teens. After just meeting them when you walk in the doors you get a good morning and a hug. When you come to their house they greet you with a warm welcome and a warm cup of coffee made in front of you right then. The hospitality is amazing and not expected of Americans. Tomorrow we have to say goodbye. I’m not ready for this day because of the amazing relationships and people I have met on this trip. This experience is a present in and around itself. I want to come back and build stronger relationships with these kids. I love them dearly and will never forget these relationships I have with them.

-Parker