Jan 14 Friday

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Traveled via Helio to the providences of Ainaro and Zumali today which are in the central and southwestern part of the country. Ainaro is in the mountainous regions of Central Timor and Zumali is closer to the southern coast. Ainaro is high up in the coffee growing area of the region. It is absolutely beautiful with a 9700-ft Mountain for a back drop. The hill sides are rugged and there are small villages scattered throughout literally clinging to the side of the mountain. I am simply amazed at the ability of these people and how they can get by so well with so little. Zumali is a little closer to the coast and hence, a lot hotter and humid. Nothing like wearing a full uniform on a sweltering hot day. Oh well, it’s better than getting dengue fever or malaria. We saw a couple of beautiful waterfalls on the flight back. The pics do really do it justice.

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Photos

Ainaro Kids
Kid following instructions to smile

Zumali Woman
Laundry day in Zumali

Timor Water Fall
Found on the Flight babk to Dili