It's Only Up From Here

As you are aware I have been at language camp for a while now and so far the experience has been great!!. Sometimes I miss home but I know I have a lot of supporters.  I was very grateful to receive some letters from my Host Family. danke!    Here are a few Photos of what my kloster/campus has to offer.... das wohnzimmer (sitting room/den) What is Language Camp without a lesson??   PLAYED IT! After class and preparation, we have to still make room for fun xD   Just to give you an idea of the age of my Kloster (Monastery) Here are a few of Historic objects that are found throughout the halls.  (How many of them do you recall?) der Kutsche (Horsedrawn carraige) die Nahmachine (sewing machine) das Waschepresse (laundry press) Well there you have it just a liitle glimps of history! Tomorrow I will head out on another field trip so I look forward to sharing this with you over the weekend..

Ohhh come on!!!! As many pages that are in my passport book you managed to restamp a stamped page (really!) When I arrived in Germany the Customs lady stamped my PERU page : (     darn On our way to Hedersleben, I realized just how green the German countryside was.....                             After getting settled in and taking a tour of our Campus.  It was dinner time, I must say that Schnitzel was the Scnizzel (Fantastic!!) The next morning for breakfast we had bread and cheese before heading to class for the first time.  Day 1 we covered the alphabet and numbers or shall I say (Alphabet und Zahlen) after being in class I realized just how difficult it must have been for my non-spanish speaking groupmates when we were in Peru. (I'm not conquered it's only been the first week)  We got word that we would be taking a field trip to the town of Quedlinburg which would cost 1...

 A Journey of a lifetime...has already begun. It's official! I'm 16 and going to Germany On Friday I departed California for Maryland (nicknamed the Old Line State.) After two flights; No complementary beverage, and a seat by the plane's engine : ( I arrived at BWI and was swiftly greeted by my grandparents! After grabbing my luggage we headed to their house (about 20-30 minutes away) where two of my cousins awaited my arrival  (Chris who I haven't seen in almost 2 years and Alena). After catching up with all of them, Chris and I sat around an chatted for a bit (as growing cousins do). I whatsapped with my Mom and a few group mates until I finally fell asleep at about 3:00 am (the result of sleeping through both plane rides.) On Saturday I woke up to a nice breakfast (bacon, eggs & biscuits) I headed to the outlet mall with my Uncle A.T and cousins for a bit. When we returned I relaxed watched a bit of tennis, I was then surprised to see My other cousi...

Well followers,              My time has ended in Peru an I would like to share just a few more exciting moments.  If you remember when I begun this journey it was for Community Service and I did that, however I will say it was far more than.  Community Service, it was like a home away from home.  The people of our town (Pallata) will always remain in my heart and mind.    The clouds hover Peru on a daily but what a great sight to see.... I told you all that the view was great!!!! That's right y'all, I've made it to Huaynapicchu, What a hike!!!  Kristin, Kelly and I as we reach Huaynapicchu, Yaay!!!! This is one of many great views while hiking to Huaynapicchu & Machu Picchu My group with Maribell, Freddy (Got to give love to the cook), Miguel (The Man who knows how to keep things in order, "On Peruvian Time" lol) & Feliciano (Who showed us ho...

It's the weekend, everyone so I'm back!!!!      I want to Thank everyone for checking out my blog, I am still looking forward to your questions or comments.  However, until I get some I guess that means I am keeping you informed.  This week has been a busy work week for us  Just a little glimpse of our upcoming market for the village Don't mind me, I'm paying attention.  after all this is our lunch. It was being prepared the Andean way of Pachamanka. (lamb,chicken and a Variety of potatoes) Yum!! The smell was divine. After we returned back to work, we decided to take a look at how our market would actually work, Here are a few villagers selling their homemade goods that we can use as keepsakes. BEAUTIFUL!!!! is all I can say about the village that I'm living in, Look at the view.... We finished out our week with a bonfire that Feliciano and Miguel made for us.  We also had a change to...

As I mentioned yesterday the group has been very busy this weekend, however I have access to internet.  So here I am....  I will fore warn you the photos DO NOT give this country the justice that it deserves, however I hope you enjoy the photos just the same.   Here's a view from my window as we roll through the country to our host town, Pallata.  Just look at the snow cap mountains. The Alpaca "tastes better than it looks"  The ride into Cusco/Cuzco and a glimpse of the Cathedral that we toured   What's Peru without "CEVICHE!!!" yum  El Paise Resturant After working all week there's nothing like a "hot shower".   Fun Fact:  Did you know that the water in the toilet flushes in the opposite direction of ours?  Ohh yeah and ME, I'm here too!! Just getting a sneak peak at the town from an Incan "window". Well guys I've got to get going! We are headed out to watch the...

Hello again followers,      As promised, I have Internet so I'm blogging. This week has been a very busy week for us, we have begun working on the vendors market space.  We have also tried a variety of local foods, The other day I had Alpaca Kebabs, yep!!! I said it.  They are commonly seen grazing and their wool is used for knitting and weaving. I ate it and it was pretty good. I also had a chance to have Ceviche!!! and it was Grreat!!! As you will notice I'm always trying the local food but after all this is about my Cultural Experience. I know it might not seem like much yet but were working, The sun is a Killer!!!  Good thing I have plenty of sunscreen and hat at all times.           Just a pose during our water break, it's best to capture the memories when you can!! Well the first work is done.  This weekend we will head into town for some touring, EATING and shopping. ...