So in most cases, Peru has a very easy geographical system. For many of the departments' (think states) capital cities are named after the department. So I live in the department of Cajamarca, and the capital of this deparment is also named Cajamarca. In the Peace Corps (Peru - at least) we get permission to go into our capital city once or twice a month to buy supplies, jump on highspeed internet, and see some of our other friends to exchange stories and get advice about projects. Sometimes we have meetings to discuss departmental projects, and let me tell you...I have lived in smaller and larger cities for too long because I LOVE going to Cajamarca. Sometimes I love it so much that I don't want to return to Catilluc. I like the slightly faster pace. I like that I can go grab food that I am somewhat accustomed to, and I like that I can speak in English (for the most part) with my PC buds. I can call my family and friends to catch up on their lives or lend support if they need it. It's really a nice retreat.
Life is still beautiful in Catilluc. I adore my family and feel us growing closer everyday. I bought a book for my siblings in Cajamarca. They seem to really enjoy them, so I thought I would help build their library a little bit, especially because I am always reading - or try to set a good example. I haven't seen my counterpart yet this week, but things are a little crazy here as the next three days are the 25th anniversary of the secondary school. I'll try to remember to talk more about the system of education in Peru in an upcoming blog, but for now I'll just say, give them any reason to not have school, and they don't. (Gross overgeneralization, but that's my experience in Peru so far). More on this later.
I'm doing well. I'm somehow managing to avoid the cold/bronchitis that is going around. I don't feel lonely, but I do feel like I can't get a handle on the classes I want to teach in the CAID yet. I really need support (someone who will work beside me) or this will never be sustainable, but for now I'm working on patience. One example is I started reading Leon Uris' Exodus, and my copy is missing thirty (really good) pages. So now I have to wait till we can send me another copy. Ah well, I need to learn patience. It's a good start.
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Hey girl. Wow, I cannot believe this is the first time I read your blog! Well, I time is short when you are on the move. But, I love it! I love hearing about Catilluc and I totally feel you. Ups and downs...
My mood never changed more. Or is it because we are focusing on it more and ahve the time to think, think, think. Well you are doing it...keep an open mind, eat carbs, enjoy everything. I am jealous you are there!!! Did the envelope come yet? Sorry it{s so small but it was the only thing I could muster up from Guatemala. I send you all my love and fuerza!
so...sorry for so many posts. But, now I will be an active blog reader. I should update mine! :) And about the chisme...ignore, ignore. Sometimes jealously makes people say stupid things. And enjoy sleeping in, dont feel guily about it, spend time with the people who make you feel good, and eat lots of caldo verde because I miss it sooo much! :)
Hey Ari-
Happy Thanksgiving! We have that book at the library where I work, so if you want to drop me an email with the missing pages, I'd be happy to scan & send them to you... =)
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