Last Sunday we had our 'Intro to site' community meeting. Even though we have been in 'site' for a little over two months...Peace Corps still thought I'd be a good idea (and it was). We'd had some shuffling around to do because of Es's passing. Also, I have been working with the alcalde, my principal, and the PTA on getting our library to become an official community library through the Belize National Library Service. After pulling some strings, and some great work from the BNLS they were able to come to the community meeting also! There has been lots of interest in this, with four people submitting their names for the one potential librarian position.
The day before our meeting I washed clothes for 7 hours from 6am until 1. I washed in buckets then I washed at the creek, and finished up with some more washing in buckets. I was extremely proud of myself. When I went to the creek the place was packed. Lynette had to make me a new washing stone (she found a large flat rock, wedged it on top of some other rocks (using small ones to make it sturdy). I also cleaned the latrine, and helped re-spackle the firehearth. They just take ashes from the fire-hearth, some dirt, mix it with water and there you have it...spackle! It was fun and messy. Meanwhile Greg was next door helping to build our neighbors second story to their house (they just take off the roof and add on). So I was feeling pretty good about myself when I woke up in the morning.
And I thought Greg was scared of heights (he's on the right)
Saturnina making the cement, Cecilia putting on the fresh coat
The Chairman on the far left and the Alcalde next to him.
My principal talking about what I do in the school.
Blowing a conche? Thats awesome. p.s. based on this book list, greg needs to get his act together and catch up. Far too many K's and not enough G's.
ReplyDeleteI want to make spackle! Man, if I'd only known how when I was a kid, my rock forts would have been awesome! Of course, I would have burned alot of twigs and that probably would have started the whole of 100 acres where we lived on fire!
ReplyDeleteDaddy and I loved your post! xoxo
Kevina and Greg,
ReplyDeleteDad Hughes here; man you both are working so hard- and making a difference. Greg, you couldn't get me to stand that far off the ground - plus, I can't use tools! Great job! Kevina, you look so professional giving your presentation. Mom and I both got teary eyed - we miss you so much. We believe in what you are doing- and are so very proud of both of you! Love Dad xxoxoxoxo