Photos

I’ve uploaded a few photos from the border and from one of our work sites! More to come!

-Jill

Sunday

Sunday we loaded into the van to head off toward the coast.  The part of the coast we visited was right along the border complete with a park and the wall.  It was interesting to see the reactions of those on the Mexican side of the border and the quotes written on the pillars of the wall.  We walked along the beach enjoying the warm weather and even became involved in a beach volleyball game with an equal number from our group as locals.  We also took a trip into central Tijuana for some shopping and another great authentic meal.  On our way back to the Posada we stopped at a grocery store to pick up some supplies.  Jill was extremely excited to see some products, such as Kinder Chocolate, that we can’t find in the states.  Back at the Posada the group played some cards and went to bed early to be well rested for our first day of work.

Reflections

Buenos noches! We got home about an hour ago and everyone made it back safe and sound! The internet access at la posada wasn’t as dependable as in the past and free time was limited and spent playing cards mostly…so, in lieu of our failure to post during the week, I and hopefully the others, will fill in those of you who are interested in on what all went on. I’ll start with Saturday. We got to San Diego and met up with Adrian, John, and Susan at the airport, grabbed some lunch, then headed toward the border, giddy with excitement and sunshine. We were pretty fortunate and made it through in about 30 minutes and were on our way to base camp at La Posada! After we dropped off our stuff we hit the road again and drove to Peublo Nuevo to peruse the street market for blankets, silver bracelets, shot glasses, and anything else you could ever not really need. Bartering with the local women on a group rate for woven blankets, knowing we were probably getting ripped off, hearing others assure the vendors, ‘No soy Gringo’ (a.k.a. I know what I should really be paying for this). We breathed in the coastal air and watched a whale and some dolphins in the ocean and an breathtaking sunset over the water. We headed to El Nido restaurant for dinner, which was pretty cool- decorated like we were outside sitting amongst the palm trees, sipping margaritas and cervezas, eating our first of many truly authentic Mexican meals. Full and tired, John manned the wheel in our white giant of a van and got lost in downtown Tijuana on our way back, leaving us more than ready for sleep upon our eventual return. The three hour time change left me awake before 7am the following day, but was a perfect start to Sunday as I sat on the patio listening to the symphony of birds, a horse whinnying somewhere close by, and the occasional sound of a string of Spanish words shouted out by someone outside of the Posada gates. A great start to a great day.

-Jill

The Build Up

Hola! It’s Monday and we take off for Mexico on Saturday! I can’t believe it’s finally here, it’s taken ages! I can’t wait to be in Mexico and working and playing hard. I am really looking forward to meeting the families and the children in the orphanage. I know it’s going to be an incredible experience. Can’t wait!!

-Jill

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