Hi Derick! We are following you on the web. Looks like you have been going to some great places! Please remember to keep your phone charged so we can continue to see where you are going. Take lots of pictures! Titan wants to know where you are too! He's going to tackle you when you get back. Love you!! Mom and Dad
Hi Michael! We are so glad you are experiencing all those things, especially the swords!!!!! :) Those are some AWESOME pictures Ms. Amber has been taking! :) -- We are looking forward to YOUR pictures and story telling as well :) Your sister here is jumping up and down :))))) And, Annie has been using the Ipad to call us, and every time it rings, we all jump and run to answer it.... and it's just Annie.... Of course we are happy to hear/see her, just... you know :)))))
Hey, we can follow you on the map -- the computer shows us exactly where the ipad is :) so we are on a tour with you :))))) You know honey, if we connect, great, if not.... enjoy your time with your friends and this MAGNIFICENT tour! :) You can tell us all about it when you come home :) I wonder what souvenirs you have to show us :)
We love you honey, and we look forward to seeing you :))))))
Good morning/afternoon all. OMG!!!!! This is awesome following the delegation online as you tour the UK & Ireland. I hope you all are having a great time. It sure does look like it.
Lauren... have a super great time. I am so happy to see your smiling face on camera. Be as awesome as you always are. Looking forward to talking to you soon.
Hi I.K. Continue to have loads of fun. Hope you're making lots of new friends and also buying souvenirs for yourself. We are all very happy for you! Enjoy your summer!
Hi Daniel, Loved seeing your smiling face on the pictures and am truly impressed with your sword fighting - were Spartak's fencing lessons helpful? Have fun, write to us, and we'll see you soon! Love you,
Hi Miles, We are loving following you with all the pictures, it really gives us a little glimpse of what you all are doing. I love when I see you smiling, it makes me smile too. I gave the blog link to MaMa and she's going to check you all out too! Marina had a nice birthday even though she's missing you a lot. I love you and miss you so much...keep having fun, take lots of pictures and be sure to get souvenirs :) Love, Mom
We were so glad to talk to you. You know I was elated. I'm happy to know you are doing fine and have met some new friends. I'm also excited to hear about the places you told me you have gone to. Maddy says "Hi La-La". She's being bad as usually.
Hi Amirah, We're so happy that you're having a great time. We love when Ms. Amber posts her pictures so we can see your smiling face. Make sure that you're buying some nice souvenirs for yourself and not everyone else. Keep having fun and making friends. Love you very much, Mom & Dad
Hi ELTON ORTIZ, We saw the new pictures and it looks like you are still having fun If anybody of the kids need something,help them too buy things for yourself , shooes, jerseys any thing you like, you only have a few days to be there, so enjoy as much as possible spend all your money in things you mighy need. Thanks to Karen & Amber for taking care of you It felt great to hear your voice over the phone thanks for calling us
We are glad to here you made it to Scotland safely. I can't wait to hear about the trip on the ferry. We where looking at the pictures and Maddy pointed to your picture and said "Hi La-La". She is really walking good now. She is BAD'!! Enjoy Scotland!!
This is Ree and Aunt Bey-Bey. Your mom has been giving us all the updates on your trip. We are glad to hear that you are having fun. You look like you have gotten taller. The pictures are really nice. Have fun see you soon.
Hey Tai, Thank you for the wonderful card. I am still smiling. I am so glad you wanted to join the SA program. I am following you through the pictures. I cant wait to hear about all you exciting adventures. I cant to give you a great big KISS. Remember GOD loves you and so do I.
I hear you are now in Scotland. I know you are having a great time. Seeing your smiling face with all your new friends is great. Big hugs and kisses. Love you much!!!
Hey Paul, I'm checking in daily to see/read about your exciting adventures in pictures. It's great to see you all having so much fun. I hope you are learning a lot about the diffent cultures. It will certainly come in handy in the coming school year. Everyone at church and camp can't wait to hear about your trip. The count down has begun. I will need a vacation after spending a week with your brother! Boy do I have a new appreciation for the role you play as BIG brother. You are the best. Lots of love Mom.
How do you enjoy a trip through Scotland? Isn't it very different from Ireland? Got your card, thank you for writing, it was lovely to get this memento of your trip. Hope that you are having wonderful time and cannot wait to see you on Monday... Everyone says hello and we love you very much.
It is great to see your smile in the pictures! We are glad you are having fun! It made aunt Thelma and uncle hick's day to receive your postcard. Stephanie keeps asking if we think you are having fun, what time is it where you are, and did you really get to fight with those swords?!?! Can't wait to see you!
Hello Everyone, I can tell you are having a wonderful time. I keep looking at the pictures and seeing your smiling faces, the beautiful landscape and the variety of places you are visiting. As I share your adventures with family and friends, I've been given all types of suggestions. So while in Scot;and be sure to eat fish and chips in a cone (add vinegar and mayo if you like) and mushy peas!
Michaela don't forget to call Miss Chita and keep smiling. I look forward to hearing about your adventures. Thanks for the letter and the art work. Everyone is asking about you and waiting to hear from you. I love you! Mom!
Hi Elizabeth!!! aka Liz... You are officially in my favorite country (outside of the US of course!)... I had a pen pal from Edinburgh for the entire time I was in college. I can't wait for you to see what a neat city/country it is! We all miss you and can't wait to get you home! Daddy is taking the 3 of you to Busch Gardens next week (I'm going to work - you know how I feel about Roller Coasters...) and then we're off to Key West. You'll be back in school, playing soccer, and telling your friends about this crazy summer in the blink of an eye!! Have a blast hiking the falls! We'll see you soon!! Love you!!! Mom
Hello in Scotland...Paul BT! All is well here in Orlando. Dad had games at 8 pm and 8 am with a 6 am report time for the kids. The kids are walking zombies! I sure hope they wake up before the first pitch! Daddy said Maurice was looking for you at the MJBL opening ceremonies...wanted the kid from Maryland to lead them in prayer at the church services on Sunday. Keep up the good work son. You obviously made a positive impression by allowing God to speak through you. Still counting down. Still at the poolwith William. I'm sure he'll have stories to share. Thought for the day...having Paul for a big brother means always having someone to share laughter and stupid knock knock jokes with -especially at Disney World!
Hey Tai, Time has passed so quickly. You will be home on Monday and I can't wait to give you a big ole mommy kiss. Well continue to have fun and remember I love you.
Hi Ka Just thinking about you. I can't believe how fast time went by fast. I'm glad lol. Hope you are enjoying Scotland. Hope you have been taking lots of pictures. I like your sweat shirt. Your family in California says sends lots of love and hugs. They love the pics. Have a goodnight.
Hello Amirah! We hope that you had a lot of fun in your 2 days of outdoor, get wet and dirty adventures in Scotland. We've been thinking about you & look forward to seeing you in a few days. Be sure to get addresses for all your new BFFs so you can keep in touch. Love you so much! Enjoy the last few days of your trip! Mom & Dad
Hey Derick, It was great hearing from you yesterday. We are glad you are having a good time. Everybody says Hi. Ashley says she is really jealous of you right now, but she is glad you are having fun. Titan wants to know where you are! Everybody at church is really excited for you! And remember, where ever you go, God is there with you! We love you! Mom & Dad
Love being able to follow your trip on this blog and check out the pictures. Nice oxford sweatshirt, by the way! Enjoy your last few days and see you soon!
Goodmorning from this side. I know you are well into your day. Hope you are having fun. Maddy and your sister stayed here last night the both said "hi" Mads send you kisses. Seen you soon.
I hope you are having a great time in Scotland. I heard it is very beautiful there. I am so excited to see you on Monday. These 19 days flew by. Everybody has been asking for you.
Hello Everyone, I am sure you are enjoying Scotland. From what I've seen and heard, Scotland is a beautiful country. Continue to enjoy, have fun learn a lot and bring back pictures to share.
Michaela, we had choir rehearsal last night and everyone wanted to know where the "other alto" was. I shared a few pictures and some of the message in note to me and told them you would make rehersal next week and be ready to sing on the first Sunday. Snowdy barked hello :-). I look forward to seeing you on Monday! Much, much love to you. Mom
Hope you enjoyed the falls. I'm really getting excited not just one more day. Ree and Destiny are so funny every Sunday they kept calling your name and looKing at your pictures. They can't wait to see you. Enjoy these last couple of days. Love my Kala!!
You saw Nessie huh?!?! Hi Paul! Great to see you on the farm! Your grandfather would be proud. You all look like you are having so much fun. Your smiles are wider and your eyes are brighter and the skyline and country side is majestic! Hummmm...I wonder if it has to do with the fact that you all will be coming home soon. Whatever the reason...I can't wait to see your happy smiling faces. Have a great time on Sunday and a restful flight on Monday. We love you!
WOW!!! 19 days has come upon YOU and us(PARENTS)so quickly. You all appear to have had a wonderful time. I cant wait to see your faces when you first see your parents at the airport. You all were very blessed to receive such a wonderful opportunity as this. See you all on Monday, August 1st.
Tai - Mommy miss you so much that i must wrap my arms around you tightly and give you kisses until you say STOP.
Amber, I would like to thank you so much for posting your blogs and pictures! It helped us to not only keep up with what the delegation was doing and see the beautiful places you visited, but it also reassured me when I saw all the happy faces of the children. We missed our children very much, but are happy to see them enjoying themselves, creating new friendships, and experiencing so much of the UK & Ireland. thank you, Joanne Louketis
Thank you People to People for the great experience given to our son Elton Ortiz and his delegation this summer 2011
We the parents suffered without him for almost 3 weeks but we know that he had a great time. This is an experience that we will never forget as a family
Best wishes to the next group We hope we can do it again!!!
Hi Derick! We are following you on the web. Looks like you have been going to some great places! Please remember to keep your phone charged so we can continue to see where you are going. Take lots of pictures! Titan wants to know where you are too! He's going to tackle you when you get back. Love you!! Mom and Dad
ReplyDeleteHI ELTON ORTIZ !!!!
ReplyDeleteI am glad you are having fun
everybody here says hello
send post cards if you can
say hi to Karen and Amber
Buy souvenirs,spend all your money
is ok, take little video if you can
we love you!!! Hector and Nelly
Hey Tai, I am following you through the pictures. I see you are having a ball. I am so excited for you. Please enjoy yourself. I LOVE YOU!!!!
ReplyDeleteHi Michael! We are so glad you are experiencing all those things, especially the swords!!!!! :) Those are some AWESOME pictures Ms. Amber has been taking! :) -- We are looking forward to YOUR pictures and story telling as well :) Your sister here is jumping up and down :))))) And, Annie has been using the Ipad to call us, and every time it rings, we all jump and run to answer it.... and it's just Annie.... Of course we are happy to hear/see her, just... you know :)))))
ReplyDeleteHey, we can follow you on the map -- the computer shows us exactly where the ipad is :) so we are on a tour with you :))))) You know honey, if we connect, great, if not.... enjoy your time with your friends and this MAGNIFICENT tour! :) You can tell us all about it when you come home :) I wonder what souvenirs you have to show us :)
We love you honey, and we look forward to seeing you :))))))
Good morning/afternoon all. OMG!!!!! This is awesome following the delegation online as you tour the UK & Ireland. I hope you all are having a great time. It sure does look like it.
ReplyDeleteLauren... have a super great time. I am so happy to see your smiling face on camera. Be as awesome as you always are. Looking forward to talking to you soon.
Love you always.... Mom
Lauren... please bring back a Warwick. He is cool.
ReplyDeleteHi I.K. Continue to have loads of fun. Hope you're making lots of new friends and also buying souvenirs for yourself. We are all very happy for you! Enjoy your summer!
ReplyDeleteHi Kala
ReplyDeleteThe pictures are awesome. Looks like you are having alot of fun. We are jealous. Luv u
Hi Daniel,
ReplyDeleteLoved seeing your smiling face on the pictures and am truly impressed with your sword fighting - were Spartak's fencing lessons helpful? Have fun, write to us, and we'll see you soon! Love you,
Mama and all
Hi Miles,
ReplyDeleteWe are loving following you with all the pictures, it really gives us a little glimpse of what you all are doing. I love when I see you smiling, it makes me smile too. I gave the blog link to MaMa and she's going to check you all out too! Marina had a nice birthday even though she's missing you a lot. I love you and miss you so much...keep having fun, take lots of pictures and be sure to get souvenirs :)
Love, Mom
Hi Elton
ReplyDeleteMy day is full of joy just thinking of how much fun you are having there with that nice group of
ambassadors and your leaders
We are very proud and happy for you
We can not wait to hear you voice from across the ocean
Please continuo to learn and have fun!!!!
Love; MOM & DAD
Hi Karen & Amber
ReplyDeleteThank you for letting us know where you are at all times and for all the hard work
We love to come home and read your comments and to see the pictures
Elton, what color is your new soccer jersey?
Everybody that knows you are in Europe with P2P
say hi !!!
we love you: NELLY & HECTOR
Hey Ka
ReplyDeleteWe were so glad to talk to you. You know I was elated. I'm happy to know you are doing fine and have met some new friends. I'm also excited to hear about the places you told me you have gone to. Maddy says "Hi La-La". She's being bad as usually.
Luv my Bubba. Talk to u soon. Smooches
Mommy
I am glad the kids are having a blast and the home sickness has faded. I was so glad to talk to Paul and hear about the wonderful experiences there.
ReplyDeleteHi Ka
ReplyDeleteJust wanted you to I was thinking about you. Mommy told thatc you were have a good time. Luv you can't wait here all about everything.
Love,
Daddy
Hey this destiny and I miss u
ReplyDeleteDestiny
Hi Lauren,
ReplyDeleteI hope all is well. I love the places where you have been. The pictures are great. I am so glad I get to see you having fun on your trip.
Love you.... Mom
Hi Amirah,
ReplyDeleteWe're so happy that you're having a great time. We love when Ms. Amber posts her pictures so we can see your smiling face. Make sure that you're buying some nice souvenirs for yourself and not everyone else. Keep having fun and making friends.
Love you very much, Mom & Dad
Hi ELTON ORTIZ,
ReplyDeleteWe saw the new pictures and it looks like you are still having fun
If anybody of the kids need something,help them too
buy things for yourself , shooes, jerseys any thing you like, you only have a few days to be there, so enjoy as much as possible spend all your money
in things you mighy need.
Thanks to Karen & Amber for taking care of you
It felt great to hear your voice over the phone
thanks for calling us
love, mom and dad
Hi Ka
ReplyDeleteWe are glad to here you made it to Scotland safely. I can't wait to hear about the trip on the ferry. We where looking at the pictures and Maddy pointed to your picture and said "Hi La-La". She is really walking good now. She is BAD'!! Enjoy Scotland!!
Love you,
Mommy
Hi Ka
ReplyDeleteThis is Ree and Aunt Bey-Bey. Your mom has been giving us all the updates on your trip. We are glad to hear that you are having fun. You look like you have gotten taller. The pictures are really nice. Have fun see you soon.
Luv ya. Ree and Aunt Bey-Bey
Hey Tai, Thank you for the wonderful card. I am still smiling. I am so glad you wanted to join the SA program. I am following you through the pictures. I cant wait to hear about all you exciting adventures. I cant to give you a great big KISS. Remember GOD loves you and so do I.
ReplyDeleteHi Lauren,
ReplyDeleteI hear you are now in Scotland. I know you are having a great time. Seeing your smiling face with all your new friends is great. Big hugs and kisses. Love you much!!!
Mom
Hey Paul, I'm checking in daily to see/read about your exciting adventures in pictures. It's great to see you all having so much fun. I hope you are learning a lot about the diffent cultures. It will certainly come in handy in the coming school year. Everyone at church and camp can't wait to hear about your trip. The count down has begun. I will need a vacation after spending a week with your brother! Boy do I have a new appreciation for the role you play as BIG brother. You are the best. Lots of love Mom.
ReplyDeleteHi Daniel,
ReplyDeleteHow do you enjoy a trip through Scotland? Isn't it very different from Ireland? Got your card, thank you for writing, it was lovely to get this memento of your trip. Hope that you are having wonderful time and cannot wait to see you on Monday... Everyone says hello and we love you very much.
Mama
Alicin,
ReplyDeleteIt is great to see your smile in the pictures! We are glad you are having fun! It made aunt Thelma and uncle hick's day to receive your postcard. Stephanie keeps asking if we think you are having fun, what time is it where you are, and did you really get to fight with those swords?!?! Can't wait to see you!
Love,
Nana and Pop
Hello Everyone,
ReplyDeleteI can tell you are having a wonderful time. I keep looking at the pictures and seeing your smiling faces, the beautiful landscape and the variety of places you are visiting. As I share your adventures with family and friends, I've been given all types of suggestions. So while in Scot;and be sure to eat fish and chips in a cone (add vinegar and mayo if you like) and mushy peas!
Michaela don't forget to call Miss Chita and keep smiling. I look forward to hearing about your adventures. Thanks for the letter and the art work. Everyone is asking about you and waiting to hear from you. I love you!
Mom!
Hey Ka
ReplyDeleteThanks for the wonderful card. It really made my day. Love you much,
Lots of hugs and kisses
Mommy
Hi Elizabeth!!! aka Liz...
ReplyDeleteYou are officially in my favorite country (outside of the US of course!)... I had a pen pal from Edinburgh for the entire time I was in college. I can't wait for you to see what a neat city/country it is!
We all miss you and can't wait to get you home! Daddy is taking the 3 of you to Busch Gardens next week (I'm going to work - you know how I feel about Roller Coasters...) and then we're off to Key West. You'll be back in school, playing soccer, and telling your friends about this crazy summer in the blink of an eye!!
Have a blast hiking the falls! We'll see you soon!!
Love you!!! Mom
Hello in Scotland...Paul BT! All is well here in Orlando. Dad had games at 8 pm and 8 am with a 6 am report time for the kids. The kids are walking zombies! I sure hope they wake up before the first pitch! Daddy said Maurice was looking for you at the MJBL opening ceremonies...wanted the kid from Maryland to lead them in prayer at the church services on Sunday. Keep up the good work son. You obviously made a positive impression by allowing God to speak through you. Still counting down. Still at the poolwith William. I'm sure he'll have stories to share. Thought for the day...having Paul for a big brother means always having someone to share laughter and stupid knock knock jokes with -especially at Disney World!
ReplyDeleteHey Tai, Time has passed so quickly. You will be home on Monday and I can't wait to give you a big ole mommy kiss. Well continue to have fun and remember I love you.
ReplyDeleteBTW Paul, did those horseback riding lessons come in handy?
ReplyDeleteHi Ka
ReplyDeleteJust thinking about you. I can't believe how fast time went by fast. I'm glad lol. Hope you are enjoying Scotland. Hope you have been taking lots of pictures. I like your sweat shirt. Your family in California says sends lots of love and hugs. They love the pics. Have a goodnight.
Hugs and kisses mommy.
Hello Amirah! We hope that you had a lot of fun in your 2 days of outdoor, get wet and dirty adventures in Scotland. We've been thinking about you & look forward to seeing you in a few days. Be sure to get addresses for all your new BFFs so you can keep in touch. Love you so much! Enjoy the last few days of your trip!
ReplyDeleteMom & Dad
Hey Derick, It was great hearing from you yesterday. We are glad you are having a good time. Everybody says Hi. Ashley says she is really jealous of you right now, but she is glad you are having fun. Titan wants to know where you are! Everybody at church is really excited for you! And remember, where ever you go, God is there with you!
ReplyDeleteWe love you!
Mom & Dad
Hello, Alicin!
ReplyDeleteLove being able to follow your trip on this blog and check out the pictures. Nice oxford sweatshirt, by the way! Enjoy your last few days and see you soon!
Love,
Tracey and the pups
Hey Ka
ReplyDeleteGoodmorning from this side. I know you are well into your day. Hope you are having fun. Maddy and your sister stayed here last night the both said "hi"
Mads send you kisses. Seen you soon.
Love ya. Maddy, Nea & Mommy
Hello young people and Lauren,
ReplyDeleteI hope you are having a great time in Scotland. I heard it is very beautiful there. I am so excited to see you on Monday. These 19 days flew by. Everybody has been asking for you.
Hugs and kisses. Love you..... Mommy
Hello Everyone,
ReplyDeleteI am sure you are enjoying Scotland. From what I've seen and heard, Scotland is a beautiful country. Continue to enjoy, have fun learn a lot and bring back pictures to share.
Michaela, we had choir rehearsal last night and everyone wanted to know where the "other alto" was. I shared a few pictures and some of the message in note to me and told them you would make rehersal next week and be ready to sing on the first Sunday. Snowdy barked hello :-). I look forward to seeing you on Monday! Much, much love to you.
Mom
Hey Kala
ReplyDeleteHope you enjoyed the falls. I'm really getting excited not just one more day. Ree and Destiny are so funny every Sunday they kept calling your name and looKing at your pictures. They can't wait to see you. Enjoy these last couple of days. Love my Kala!!
Mommy
Hi Miles,
ReplyDeleteI can't believe that I am going to see you on Monday! It went by so quickly. I hope you had fun, we missed you so much. We are counting the hours.
Beste was hoping that she would hear from you so call her or send her a postcard before you leave.
Marina isn't eating meat till you come home.
Love you,
Big hugs and Kisses Mommy and Marina
You saw Nessie huh?!?!
ReplyDeleteHi Paul! Great to see you on the farm! Your grandfather would be proud. You all look like you are having so much fun. Your smiles are wider and your eyes are brighter and the skyline and country side is majestic! Hummmm...I wonder if it has to do with the fact that you all will be coming home soon. Whatever the reason...I can't wait to see your happy smiling faces. Have a great time on Sunday and a restful flight on Monday. We love you!
Hello Tai and friends,
ReplyDeleteWOW!!! 19 days has come upon YOU and us(PARENTS)so quickly. You all appear to have had a wonderful time. I cant wait to see your faces when you first see your parents at the airport. You all were very blessed to receive such a wonderful opportunity as this. See you all on Monday, August 1st.
Tai - Mommy miss you so much that i must wrap my arms around you tightly and give you kisses until you say STOP.
Amber,
ReplyDeleteI would like to thank you so much for posting your blogs and pictures! It helped us to not only keep up with what the delegation was doing and see the beautiful places you visited, but it also reassured me when I saw all the happy faces of the children. We missed our children very much, but are happy to see them enjoying themselves, creating new friendships, and experiencing so much of the UK & Ireland.
thank you,
Joanne Louketis
Thank you People to People
ReplyDeletefor the great experience given
to our son Elton Ortiz and his
delegation this summer 2011
We the parents suffered without him
for almost 3 weeks but we know that
he had a great time. This is an experience
that we will never forget as a family
Best wishes to the next group
We hope we can do it again!!!
Sincerely: HECTOR ORTIZ & NELLY MONROY