Take life for granted much?

Have you ever watched a bubble land on a child's face and listen as they laugh hysterically as it pops on their nose? Have you ever just danced and clapped with a big smile on your face no matter who is watching? I was part of both of these things yesterday and it was completely amazing. Why does it take traveling 1/2 way around the world to realize how good we have it? We take so much for granted, it is unbelieveable. Today was such a touching experience at Hand of Hope orphanage. We blew bubbles for the kids and they ran around like crazy, laughing and smiling - there whole face lit up. It was such a simple pleasure but they never get to experience it. My favorite little girl, Chantal climbed all over me and pulled at my hair and swatted my face and it was such a great feeling of joy. I watched Robb play soccer with the little boys and it completely melted my heart. One little boy, MP, kept calling him daddy and would not let him leave his side, crawling all over him - seriously I could have cried :( It was even more heart-breaking at Ghahange Disabled - the kids were SO thrilled to see us! The therapy that the girls are teaching the Sisters is helping wonders. The Sisters are so receptive to it and were so appreciative of all of the occupational therapy equipment they brought. They are living in such poor conditions, they could use so much financial help but the country does little for the disabled. The Sisters keep the place so very clean though and are so happy in all that they do. It is totally amazing!! We got to help feed them at dinner time and it made me realize how thankful I am that I have all of my body parts in working order. We also did bubbles at Ghahanga and one of the older girls who we call Princess, she loves to be told she is beautiful(what woman doesn't?), kept chanting "Bubbles, Bubbles". She was so proud of herself when I put the wand to her mouth and she blew and bubbles came out - it was an amazing squeal of job :) Oh how I love this place Rwanda and have a feeling this will not be our last trip here. What an amazing country with incredible people. Not to mention the land is so beautiful and lush. Appreciate. . . everything.