Yesterday we were appproached by one of the women of the town who wanted us to cut her sons hair. It was the first time that he had had his hair cut, and he is about 4 years old. We found out that a child´s first hair cut is a big deal in their culture, and to have one of their ¨gringo¨ friends would be an honor.
Since I was the only one on the team that had cut hair (I´ve buzzed Cameron´s and my own, but this would be a sissors cut). I told them I was willing. What we found out was that generally this was almost an event and would include some gifts. The family came over to the FH house and I went to work. With about 20-30 people watching the presure was on both of us. He was not a huge fan of the attention and kept looking down, and appeared to be quite tired, but we powered through. You can let me know what you think.
He was not all that excited until after the hair cut I brought out a new hat for him to wear and show off/cover up his new hair cut. (for my fellow Minnesotans, dont be too harsh on me it was a Packers hat).
What a great experience that was, I was able to meet his dad later. This was a great experience, and made a special connection with my new friend Luis Mario.
Great story Kirk! Someday Luis is going to tell his friends and family "my first haircut was by this gringo who was featured on the cover of an American romance novel!" He'll probably be famous for it!
ReplyDeleteHappy to see you made it safely Sam and to see your picture. you guys are all awesome and doing such great works for God and his creation. Bless each one of you! I am praying for you Sam and miss you. Stay healthy, strong and safe!
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Mom
WOW! What a great haircut! What a difference before and after!
ReplyDeleteThe above comment was made by Pat Brady! :/
ReplyDeleteHe certainly needed a hair cut and it turned out awesome :)
ReplyDeletemoll, megan's having way too much fun decorating your new house. her and ross are picking up a tv today from grandma's friend kathy. i hope you approve!! i miss you like crazy :(
audra, i'm hoping there are no white tigers out there in the jungle, but keep me posted!
love you guys,
maren
Kirk,
ReplyDeleteYou should have given him the Caesar! Thanks for all your great work. Can't wait to hear the stories!
Ben
Nice work, Kirk. I'm also very glad to hear that the lush, unspoiled, green rainforest won't be scarred by any purple. The more green, the better!
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to say HI! to Steph & Kirk and your team. I'm so proud of the wonderful job you are doing in Peru - the stories you are all sharing are inspirational. To Steph - alright, so I always want ALL the details. The ones you are providing are just right. Kirk - good job on the haircut and outstanding that you gave a Packer hat to your new friend. (Maybe there is hope for you yet!) Love you lots! Mom
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