There was more rain today. Actually the weather is very comfortable, but there is flooding all around. Russell, our new shop teacher, was supposed to stop by today to discuss his salary and start date. However, he has had to take a temporary job in San Pedro and didn't make it. We are eager to get him started while we still have a fair amount of time left before we have to return to the States again.Tomorrow will be a busy day. I plan to be at the municipality at eight o'clock in the morning to visit with the mayor or vice mayor about the issue of property taxes. With all of the setbacks last year we are no closer to getting our tax exempt status than we were a year ago. While they have allowed us more time, I am uncomfortable continuing to move forward with the tax issue unresolved. I'm planning to explain our situation and try to get a feel for how we should proceed. The government is very friendly towards us at this point, but there will come a day when these people will no longer be in office. One option is to just go ahead and pay the taxes. Hopefully we will get to the right people and get an accurate reading on what we should do.Tomorrow being the first Thursday of the month, we have our staff luncheon. There are several items on the agenda including comments about our current financial situation; an exhortation to arrive at work on time and look for things to do without being told; prayer needs; new projects; and upcoming events, such as the medical team coming in three weeks with Dr. Green. We will also be discussing the issue of security. With so much activity and so many people coming and going is imperative that we not become careless just because we have not had any incidents. The lunch menu includes fried chicken, potato salad, rice, tossed salad, and cake for dessert. This is always a very blessed time.