All that was lacking was the mariachi band at the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at the Well.

The Well is a refuge for adults with mental illness.  It is our privilege to bring lunch to the Well on the first Monday of each month.

Since the first Monday of May fell one day after Cinco de Mayo, we decided to have a Mexican style meal.  Debbie found the cutest little pinatas that were used for table decorations.

They were colorful and just the right size.

The work in the kitchen was rather frantic, but we made it.  These ladies are amazing.

Taco salad and guacomole were on the menu.  Pico de gallo, mango salsa, picante sauce, and sour cream were on the tables along with tortilla chips.

Dessert for the Cinco de Mayo meal was a Tres Leche Cake.  Yummy!

But the real stars of the day are the people that come to the Well.  Thank you to everyone for coming.  We look forward to seeing you each month.

This sweet lady is so loving and appreciative.

Ever-Lovin’ enjoyed lunch with this fine man.

Enjoying a meal around a table is a form of worship (if you ask me).  Joshua, on the left, is the program director of the Well.  He is a fine young man who enjoyed visiting with his friend during lunch.  When I asked Joshua about their greatest needs, he mentioned funding (of course), but he also requested prayers for the staff and the people who come to the Well.  We can do that.

Donna, on the right, was looking forward to Mother’s Day.  Doesn’t the man in the middle have a wonderful smile?

Everybody needs a friend – that is what happens at the Well.  There is a new program at the Well.  The ladies are able to get their hair styled and have make-overs.  How neat is that?  This precious lady was going to get her hair cut.  I am looking forward to seeing her new hairdo.  How short will it be?

I remember this charming lady from our last visit.  She likes to have her picture taken.  The man sitting beside her is fun.  He seems to always have a smile on his face.

Everyone was kind and appreciative of the party – especially this man.  Thank you.  There are computers at the Well, and this Mavericks’ fan enjoys the computers.

This was a good thing.  The girl on the right enjoyed the Easter meal, and she invited her friend to come with her.  I like that.

Claudia (our former Bible Study teacher) and a friend seemed to enjoy the meal.  Honestly, it is so much fun to be associated with the people at the Well.

Reed ( on the left) runs Jacob’s House which is a residential home for men.   Standing with Reed is V.O. (I think I have this correct.).  V.O. and Tiffany were baptized on Sunday, and V.O. was so happy.  I hate that I missed getting Tiffany’s picture.

This is Joshua and Dan.  Dan – a Well success story –  usually cooks the meals.  He is so helpful.  I liked it that he was happy to see us.

Sometimes the men at the Well go on field trips to sports games.  This man was asking Claudia when he would get to go to a Ranger’s game.  I hope it is soon.

As we were leaving, this gentleman came.  I declare, he is a dapper man.

It was a pleasure to visit with this gentleman. He is very personable and made me laugh.

This fine man was registering people who were going to enjoy the afternoon activities.  I would feel welcome meeting him for the first time.

Max (on the left) wrote an article in the recent Well Newsletter.  He mentions in the article that the Well is a place to come to “be ourselves”.  I like it.  I love it.

Max also plays the harmonica for the Well band.  Hopefully they will entertain us sometime.

Mary (left) and Janet (right) had a wonderful visit.  Mary was also getting a make-over later that day.  A couple of beauticians from Cliff Temple Baptist Church are volunteering to do this.  How wonderful!

This was the gang – minus Ever-Lovin’ because he took the picture – along with friends from the Well.  It was a good day.  We had a fiesta with delicious food, and enjoyed each other’s company.  Life is good.

Blessings to you and yours,

Before we left, Claudia had the sanctuary of Cliff Temple Baptist Church opened for us. Be still my heart.   It is a beautiful old church.  I think Claudia mentioned that it is 106 years old.  Most churches do not last 106 years.  (That was what Pastor Ellis said in last Sunday’s sermon.)

Someone mentioned that this is what they think a church should look like.  I am impressed that this church and others are committed to helping God’s children.  They understand Christ’s commands.