I think this verse captures well the second flavor of our trip: 

"How can we thank God enough for you in return for all the joy we have in the presence of our God because of you?" (1 Thessalonians 3:9, NIV)

We are going to have a lot of opportunities to be thankful. You've already been doing a great job thanking Mary for getting us the great airfare.  More than anyone else, I want you to be thankful for your parents.  Here are a few ways to get started.

You might say, "Dad and Mom, thanks for…

• Letting me go to Mexico.  I know you could ask me to stay home and study during Spring Break.
• Coming with me to Mexico (if applicable)
• Your investment in me over the years. Left to myself, I wouldn't want to spend Spring Break serving children in Mexico: thanks for training me to desire this.
• All the ways you provide for me financially at home so that I can spend the money to go to Mexico.

I'm sure you can think of more!

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