Celebrating Father's Day at the Impacto Juvenil Club

Wednesday we celebrated Father's Day at the Impacto Juvenil Club where I serve with my coworker Sandra. As we were setting up for the party she looked at me and said, "I really like working with you." That felt so great! I like working with her too.

The party was a complete success. We laughed hard, we shed a few tears over beautiful words the kids shared with their parents. Then we ate and played soccer.

Less than half of the kids had family there. But the people who did come made a real effort. One father got the day off work to come! Other kids brought grandmothers or aunts. We welcomed every adult who is a support system to the kids we serve. 

Balloons were a big hit!

She looks just like her Dad.
They have a beautiful relationship

Father and son

There were about 40 people present

We played games

 

Sitting on balloons to pop them

We laughed hard

Cesar gave thanks for his Aunt
who raised him since his mother was killed in a massacre

This is Cesar's Aunt.
Tears poured down her face as he spoke.

Heartfelt words for Dad

Thanking Moms too,
for those whose father is not around

 

This Mom is a hair stylist.
Today she started a beauty school for our kids!

There was cake (with green frosting)

And what party would be complete without soccer?
Only this time the ball was a balloon

A great time was had by all