Hola a todos! I am sitting in the house where my father, mother, brother, and eldest sister had previously lived before I was born, positioned adjacently to the former house of my Abuela (grandmother). The neighborhood of Calacoto is not the same, there are skyscrapers surrounding our property grounds. What used to be an oasis of friends, families, gardens, and outdoor gatherings is now consumed by the bustling metropolis of La Paz, a city nestled in a high-altitude valley within the Andean mountain range. Still, this place is as beautiful as ever, with lovely flowers and thriving vines encompassing the ornate gate entrance. I have taken photos of the house and grounds which I hope to share soon (though I am somewhat technically challenged and am still trying to figure out my new digital camera). Yesterday,
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