Ups and Downs and... Keeping it Down

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March 29th 2007

Published: March 29th 2007

Five girls: three from the States (Alex, Liz, and myself), one from Brazil (Geisa, pronounced Jayza), and Marketa, from the Czech Republic. A plane, a bus, a ferry, and a trip from Santiago, Chile to Puerto Montt, then to an island in the south of Chile, Chiloe. Here, I'll give you the raw, unedited version from the scribbly pocket journal where i record spontaneous thoughts and impressions. "D... Read Full Entry

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Don't look down

Geisa going exploring.

Cotton candy

Yes, I will paint my room with you. I will paint my life with you.

View from Volcan Osorno

An excellent backdrop for any inspirational photo. I think I'll submit it to the local prom comittee.

Magic

I'm calling Peter Jackson at once.

Pictures

Pictures are pretty incapable at times. But I still can't get tired of studying this type of beauty.

meandering

Meandering the streets and fitting right in.

Hard to say

Which is more beautiful?

Weather on Chiloe

Rain...sun...rain..sun..rain..rain... RAINBOW!!

Natural resources

Let's farm our stray animals and our roses. There will be enough of each to go around. the WORLD.

New friends

Some bold card games in the hostel with new friends we met from England and Germany. Luckily, this is the night BEFORE the local shellfish worked their magic.

A ferry ride.

When you get the chance, always stand on a ferry and, awestruck and dumbfounded, watch the sunset over the water. You might get invited by the captain of the ferry to help drive.

Me and you, kid

Alex looking her best. Yes, that is a Carebear knockoff holding an armful of chicks taped to the wall. And yes, the room signs were handwritten. Alright, alright, so the first class emergency room was full! If the shoe fits, wear it?

No words

the sun setting over the Volcan Osorno on our way back to Puerto Montt was one of the most beautiful I've ever seen. Sitting in the front seat of the van, however, Alex was not feeling the same way as she silently and courageously pleaded with the nausea that threatened to not wait for the next bathroom stop...

29th March 2007

mary
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wow
wow. says it all.

29th March 2007

gray Miller
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diana! you're an incredible writer and an amazing photographer. :) i am so glad you are throwing yourself totally and completely into this experience, and enjoying it (and learning!) so much! i love you!! :)

19th April 2007

Alice Cheng
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It looks like you're having a blast! I hope you're really enjoying yourself and having a great experience. I definitely can't wait to hear more!

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