“What you are in love with, what seizes your imagination will affect everything. It will decide what will get you out of bed in the mornings, what you will do with your evenings, how you spend your weekends, what you read, who you know, what breaks your heart, and what amazes you with joy and gratitude. Fall in love, stay in love, and it will decide everything.”

-Pedro Arrupe

Sunday, March 13, 2011

Exploring Guatemala

Since I never got to talk about yesterday, I will talk about what we did today and yesterday. Yesterday we got to tour all the projects that the San Lucas Church sponsors. We got the visit the women's shelter, the medical center, and the coffee planation which empowers a lot to the people in the community. Today we got to take a boat to Santiago where we did a little shopping. We also visited the church where Father Stan was assassinated. It was amazing that we were actually standing in the area where he was assassinated. After an hour in Santiago, we traveled down to Panahachel. Both towns were a lot different than San Lucas. They were more tourist attractions than San Lucas. When we got off the boat, there were many aggressive people who would try to sell you merchandise. There were even some that were begging for money. It was really sad to see all of these people who make a living by doing this. It was really hard turning them down. Overall though, today went well. It was exciting to see more of the country and experiencing the differences of the three towns.
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4 comments:

  1. EchoMarch 14, 2011 at 2:09 AM

    Dear Melissa-
    Aloha Sweet Girl! You look like you are having a very fun time. All of your hard work has paid off. I am so happy you are having a great time. Not many kids in High School ever have the opportunity to do what you are doing and learning first hand what you are experiencing. Thank you for your example.
    Love, Auntie Val

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  2. JohnMarch 14, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    Aloha Melissa-
    Sounds like you are enjoying your time there. Take in the sights, and share aloha with the people you meet there. This will be an experience that will truely affect how you view the world, and appreciate what great things you have to enjoy back at home. Be safe, & remember- don't drink the water (or that'll be one experience you'll want to forget-haha!)
    Aloha- The Plato ohana

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  3. UnknownMarch 14, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    Hey Melissa-

    I hope that you are doing well. Good luck with the service projects and write when you can.

    Sending you love from Kona,
    Mr. Huitt

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  4. Mrs BiermanMarch 14, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    Melissa-
    So much fun to hear from you all! I was wondering, was the coffee plantation set up the same (or similar) to the ones that we have here in Hawaii? I hope that you are enjoying this fantastic experience!

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