Buhay Pa!

"buhay pa" means "still alive" in Tagalog, and I'm posting this as our blog title because it has been SO long since I've written on here- too long! So yes, we are STILL alive and well in the Philippines! I will do my best to give a bit of an update on the last couple months- the first update will be very easy...

June- the biggest reason you maybe didn't hear from us, is because everyone (but me, Megan) was sick for the whole month just about. Since living here in the Philippines our bodies have really had to adjust to our new environment, which also means that our bodies aren't really at their best when it comes to fighting off "bugs." So everyone had a cough/fever off and on for that month, and it took a long time and much rest to kick it!

July- we visited the island of Palawan! Our family has really been desiring to have a short break from our language and culture study, so we went to the island of Palawan (here in the Philippines) and relaxed for a few days, and also got some time in visiting a couple tribal locations. We had a great trip, and found out that Kaden is MADE for living in the tribe! That kid absolutely loved being out in the wide-open, and able to run around, play with animals, and do what boys do best, get dirty!

We are so thankful for those of you who faithfully keep in touch with us via our blog, and we will continue trying to keep you updated!! We miss you all back home and send big hugs!!

Until next post,

Megan for the Smith's :)

Kaden's favorite part of the trip- flying in the airplane into the tribe!

A family shot before we take off from the tribe.

Brenna hanging out at the pool we visited :)