A busy August comes to an end...

Though our time in the States was short, it was also jam packed with events, opportunities to catch up with people that we love and many, many meetings.   We want to send a BIG thank you to those that were able to come to our Sponsor Pot Luck earlier this month.  It was a great opportunity to share what we have been up to and where we are moving as an organization in a more intimate setting.  

The second big event that occurred this month was our Charity Auction 'Raise the Roof', organized by the BBOH Ambassador team and several amazing volunteers (shoutout to you Anna and Deb!!!).  The event was our first in the metro Detroit area which made some aspects more challenging.  Yet, the turnout was amazing!  We had 75 people attend the dinner and silent/live auctions!!!  And the event raised over $12,000... AMAZING!  Thank you to everyone that worked on this project, attended the event and donated to support our mission.  It was a humbling experience to be surrounded by so many people that believe in what we are doing... THANK YOU! 

For part of the time that we were home Dr. Angel Valdez was in Michigan with us, bouncing from meeting to meeting.  We want to thank everyone that had us over for a meal, took the time to see us and speak words of encouragement into our hearts.  We hope you know how much those opportunities mean to our family.  

Now that we are back in the DR, we are getting settled into the swing of things.  Ben started school this week and so far is enjoying it (no tears this year.... knock on wood).  With Dr. Angel still in the States (he's in Boston visiting family) things are a bit slow which is a huge blessing allowing for some rest and a slow transition back.  

As always, thank you to those who sponsor our family monthly, allowing us to pursue this life of service.  We [literally] wouldn't be able to do it without you! We are still in need of sponsors to reach our monthly goal so if you feel the tug on your heart please consider becoming a sponsor and joining the mission in this special way.  We are always willing to answer questions or help in any way.  Please click here for more information.

Dr. Angel and Ben at the grocery store in Pinckney, MI.

Ben's first day of school.