Saturday, November 30, 2013

Day five: An adventure

Today started early with a 5:30 wake up so that we could make our way to lake atitlan. It was amazing. A three hour drive through the Guatemalan mountains to one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen.  
We had a great guide Pedro who showed us around. 
We went by boat to a small village and did a one hour hike along the coast to another village. We are coffee beans AF heard began to learn about Mayan culture.  Several kids even hugged the acne tree to have their skin improved. 

Another boat ride an another village lead us to a 10 min drive in the back of a pick up truck.  The build edges and bars to transport people. The kids thought it was awesome. We ended in a small traditional village and explored the local art including a demonstration by the local women of how they make yarn and then of the back loom. 
It was amazing! And the kids were excited to by some of this handmade art be it a blanket, scarf or belt.  A local lunch was had by most and then back we went.  A 40 minute ride in choppy waters but they handled it like troopers. 
Oh yeah!  There was also the little accident I had... Tripped an fell last night. Look awful but am feeling ok right now! 
Tomorrow we are off to the water park with the safe passage kids!  Can't believe we will be heading home soon.  
--Andi


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