In2theRiver

Good morning from Managua, Nicaragua! This week I had my first opportunity of 2014 to share with the teenagers in El Canyon.  This morning I would like to briefly share what I shared with them as it is relevant to all of us.  Going into a new year gives us the opportunity to think about… Read more

Good morning from Managua, Nicaragua! We have officially entered another new year.  It has been interesting reflecting back over the past year in Nicaragua and life in general. There have been many changes in my life since I sat down to write a blog post in January of 2013.  While I could have anticipated many… Read more

Good morning from Westminster, MD! Merry Christmas! I hope you have the opportunity to take a step back today and reflect on the birth of Christ and all that you have been given. Today is a day full of giving and we surely have been given much. Have a blessed Christmas day! – James Belt Read more

Good morning from Westminster, MD! As of today we are officially one week from Christmas.  As a child, I remember this being one of my favorite weeks of the year.  The wait was almost over and I could barely contain my excitement.  I can remember trying to sit through the last few days of school… Read more

Good morning from Westminster, MD! I am back in the United States for the holidays.  Over the past month, Jen and I have had a ton of great experiences.  This morning I would like to share a few of those experiences with you in picture form.  I hope you enjoy the photos and check back… Read more

Good morning from Managua, Nicaragua! With Thanksgiving now in the past, we have officially arrived at one of my favorite times of the year, Christmastime.  I love Christmas for all of the reasons most people love it – the celebrations, the food, time with family and friends, and of course the presents among other things.… Read more