Before an update on the 2nd day of our NGO work, a couple of updates from our group leaders from the previous two days:
About our Machu Picchu journey, our leaders for that day, Ben and Collin, noted the beauty of Machu Picchu: "The scenery spoke to all of us in many different ways. Some looked at the ancient city...while others saw the mountains surrounded by the clouds. Everyone felt calm and relaxed because of these sights, and it is something they will never forget."
About our first day of work with our chosen NGOs (yesterday), our leaders for that day, Luke and Raunak, noted how it added so much richness to the many things we have experienced here so far, especially in that it allowed them to be part of something bigger. They also noted that they enjoyed the games we played at the end of the day (games designed to build group unity, leadership, and communication). They said, "this group session helped the group to slow down and appreciate all that has happened so far."
Today was our 2nd day of work with our chosen NGOs. Today's leaders, James and Will, noted how valuable and wise the choice to volunteer is. In fact, I wanted to note that they picked up that bit of wisdom while talking with a local who suggested that idea to them. I was glad to hear them repeat the idea in the closing session tonight with the group. Throughout today's work: The Kuska School crew began work on their mural, to be completed tomorrow, among other tasks. The students working at Awamaki Weaving continued their yarn spinning (not to be confused with story telling--forgive me, an English teacher joke). And the students working with Sacred Valley Health headed up further into the mountains to work with school children to teach them about brushing teeth and washing hands. Below you will see some pictures from their work with the kids, and a bonus pic of a fun game "Birdie on a Perch."
P.S. Amanda says "Happy Birthday, Grammy Liz!"
About our Machu Picchu journey, our leaders for that day, Ben and Collin, noted the beauty of Machu Picchu: "The scenery spoke to all of us in many different ways. Some looked at the ancient city...while others saw the mountains surrounded by the clouds. Everyone felt calm and relaxed because of these sights, and it is something they will never forget."
About our first day of work with our chosen NGOs (yesterday), our leaders for that day, Luke and Raunak, noted how it added so much richness to the many things we have experienced here so far, especially in that it allowed them to be part of something bigger. They also noted that they enjoyed the games we played at the end of the day (games designed to build group unity, leadership, and communication). They said, "this group session helped the group to slow down and appreciate all that has happened so far."
Today was our 2nd day of work with our chosen NGOs. Today's leaders, James and Will, noted how valuable and wise the choice to volunteer is. In fact, I wanted to note that they picked up that bit of wisdom while talking with a local who suggested that idea to them. I was glad to hear them repeat the idea in the closing session tonight with the group. Throughout today's work: The Kuska School crew began work on their mural, to be completed tomorrow, among other tasks. The students working at Awamaki Weaving continued their yarn spinning (not to be confused with story telling--forgive me, an English teacher joke). And the students working with Sacred Valley Health headed up further into the mountains to work with school children to teach them about brushing teeth and washing hands. Below you will see some pictures from their work with the kids, and a bonus pic of a fun game "Birdie on a Perch."
P.S. Amanda says "Happy Birthday, Grammy Liz!"
