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Back from the dead (and Peru) PIP
Hey ladies, I know its been FOREVER since I've posted, but work has been crazy since Christmas and my work trip to Peru. Things are starting to calm down now, which is a nice change of pace. Its hard to believe I've been back from Lima for almost a month now, it was a great trip. The group I worked with is fantastic, there are about 2000+ images from our trip, but here's a verysmall sampling!
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Re: Back from the dead (and Peru) PIP
Welcome back! Looks like you had a great time! The pictures are great!
We worked with a parish community outside of Lima called San Esteban, we did some grounds work, planted 20+ willow trees, did some painting and rehab work on their basketball court/playground. They also have a daily lunch soup kitchen, so we helped prepare and serve lunches and got to meet some of the local people. They also have a clinic/pharmacy on site as well as a clothes, toys distribution.
The people were incredibly friendly and hospitable. Which was both wonderful and uncomfortable. I was really affected by how mythical the United States seemed to them, and was humbled to realize the power and privilege I have, simply for where I was born and how I was raised.
We stayed with a host family that included 2 grandparents, three of their children and their families (10 people plus our group), and they were wonderful and so hospitable.
We were also able to do some cultural immersion in addition to the service, which was neat. We went to a club where they did dances of the indigenous people, went to excavation sites of ancient cultures (Caral and Pachacamac). One of the most moving experiences was the museum exhibit of the Shining Path which documented the period of terrorism in Peru from 1980-2000.
It was such a moving experience, with such a great group. It made me realize how lucky I am to have this job! I'm excited for next year's trip already!
Buckeye, this sounds wonderful! Such an incredible experience!