Kaela Green Photography

A Look Back at Bolivia and Personal Ramblings

Just over a year ago I was asked to go with my church to document our first mission trip to El Alto, Bolivia. You can read about it in my original blog here. There is another upcoming trip being planned right now that I was invited back on. This time I was determined to get in “shape” so I wouldn’t need an oxygen mask attached to my face-at an altitude of 13,000 feet that would’ve been a HUGE accomplishment. However, I’ll be missing the trip as it fell at the same time my sister is getting hitched. I’m so excited for my sister, but also sad that I’ll be missing the trip. I was looking forward to seeing our little girl, Belen, and the other friends made during such a impactful week.

I’ve been doing a little hard drive cleaning this week (my husband is thrilled with the piles of DVDs I’ve had laying around:) and found myself lost in the memories that I thought would still be fresh in my mind…Wow how the routine of everyday life can rob us of wisdom gained. I came back from that trip with perspective! I live in a castle, I have more than I need-bedrooms & bathrooms, food & clothing. Indeed I know how richly blessed I am, but how easily I forget…I am so grateful for photography. It gives me a clear reminder of something that I had learned, but all too easily forgot.

Our little Belen…So excited to brush her teeth. I think she brushed them three times…