We arrived! After two long days of travel, we arrived safely to the orphanage (albergue) with all of our stuff still in tact. After dragging 4 large bags, 2 instruments and 2 small bags, we don't feel we're living simply, yet... but we have to start somewhere. Our first couple of days here were pretty laid back and filled with unpacking, organizing, talking and greeting the workers and children, planning projects for us and adjusting. We both realize how much we have to learn in all aspects... especially language. Monday we officially started work. Joel is involved in several construction and water projects. His first project is putting a light post in near the area where the mothers hang the children's clothes to dry. I am assisting with children in the Escuela de Miller (Miller School on campus) and tutor in the afternoons. I may be teaching English to a few workers. Already, I spent a day and evening as a mother in one of the houses.Many things changed in Peru since my last adventure here. The hostal I stayed at moved to a different place. The bus station went under construction and has changed. New buildings have popped up in odd locations and there are some new faces at the orphanage. However, one thing is the same... the Peruvians (Peruanas) are generous, kind, open and friendly... just as I remembered.
FYI - the internet has been having some problems. This blog took several days and finally I was able to publish it. So, be patient with us! More to come!
