Dinner on a leash. It's not uncommon to walk in a yard to find a chicken or two on a leash. This prevents them from wandering off to someone else's dinner table.
In many homes the trees often do double duty; they not only bear fruit but also serve as a clothes line.
We were surprised to see many of the homes in Condega made out of mud with metal roofs. Condega is known for its red/white clay. Many of the clay pots/serving dishes sold in Nicaragua are made in this small town. Notice the horizontal sticks between the posts. This is done on both sides and filled with rocks, pieces of brick or cement to provide a more solid, sturdy wall for the home. Once everything is in place, the walls then are covered in mud/clay.
Had a wonderful baptism this past Saturday. I had the privilege of baptizing Mereyda. Her son, Jolver (pink shirt), was supposed to do it but he chickened out. We had him well prepared but he was a little fearful. Francisco, the one on my right, baptized his brother, Joel. He just received the priesthood three weeks ago and was excited to perform the ordinance. He worked really hard to memorize the prayer. It's been a wonderful blessing to be a part in his preparation to receive the priesthood and then watch him flourish. Their look of excitement and joy as they came out of the baptismal font will never be forgotten.
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