Shaun Groves
It’s actually called a tricycle. I’m pretty sure no tricycle would pass my state’s emissions testing. And I’m pretty sure these things weren’t made for people with legs as long as mine to climb into…or out of. You should have heard the driver’s laugh when I walked up to this thing and asked for a ride.
And here’s what that ride was like.
(It should probably be mentioned that Compassion insures every blogger for the duration of this trip.)
And where were we headed in this thing? One of the smallest homes I’ve ever been in – about 25 square feet. To meet one of the best moms alive – Roseanne. Emily and Kat wrote all about it.
And THANK YOU, by the way, for the prayers and all the kind messages of encouragement this week. Means so much to our team as they stay up til the wee hours every night writing on behalf of the beautiful children of the Philippines. Have you sponsored one yet?
JessicaB says:
My favorite part is in the beginning when you could hear your laugh over the engine. 🙂
Carolinamama says:
The Tigers say, “Cool!” Blessings to you and the team!
Ruth Abel says:
Sure am praying for you guys, posting on facebook and blogging about this trip too!
I have already been so blessed by what has been shared. Thank you guys.
Cheri says:
Thank you for leading these trips so we as Compassion sponsors and advocates can have an up close and personal view into this ministry. Actually I am loving the red VW Beetle behind your Taxi!
jen says:
My favorite part is that you can’t see out of the “windshield” in front of you – convenient, no?
Angie says:
What grand, heart breaking, eye opening, life changing, adventures on behalf of children you are having.
Thanks for blessing and challenging me!
Praying for all of you!
Chris says:
I don’t know, looks pretty safe to me lol!
It’s just like universally NOISIER in third world countries, isn’t it? Everything’s noisier, no matter where you are or what you’re doing… no air-tight, quiet, comfy SUVs rides! Love that exhaust… you get to listen to it AND breathe it lol! All for Christ and those kids – SO worth it!
🙂
Bev says:
You must have had a real “buzz” at the end of that trip. I am following all of the bloggers’ entries and doing my best to publicize what you are writing. http://airypersiflage.blogspot.com/2011/05/poverty.html
steph says:
Thanks so much for this- my sponsored child Ian’s dad drives one so this gave me an idea of what that means. Praying for you all and thank you for all your hard work.
Flower Patch Farmgirl says:
I am praying for my friend Emily and for the rest of you! It’s so neat to hear these truths from a voice that I know. E’s post yesterday stopped me in my tracks. My mind is still spinning a bit, and I’m thankful for that. It’s pretty powerful, knowing that you guys are there RIGHT NOW. Joining you for one of these trips is a dream of mine!
Roberta says:
Oh my I can’t stop laughing…reminds me of being a kid when we lived in Taiwan. Strange customs like our landlord who use to wear his white skivies and t-shirt when he plowed the neighboring fields with his prized water buffalo. Or when they come to empty our septic system by filling their “honey pots” to fertilize those same rice fields. Such sweet memories even with all the poverty and living conditions that surrounded us…much like your trips. Joy is always in the eye of the beholder. Thanks for sharing and reminded me of all of this. Fondly, Roberta