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Published: August 26th 2005
Hola Amigos! I wanted to write one more entry before I came home to the good old U.S. I am sad to leave, but looking forward to the comforts that can only be found at home.
I ended up having my last day at the Wawa Wasi yesterday, because it is closed today. Once a year all the wawa wasi moms have a fun day without kids, which is much needed! So I had to say goodbye to Julia and all the kids yesterday. It was a very sweet send-off! They showered me with hugs and kisses as if they understood that they wouldn´t see me again. I was strong. I didn´t cry, but I might as I am writing this. I took lot´s of photos so I can introduce you all to them.
So today I though I would experience another volunteer position and went to one of the soup kitchens. As I mentioned before, these are run by women who volunteer. They cook two meals a day and feed hundreds of children and elderly people every week. The women there were very sweet, but didn´t mess around. They have this down to a fine art! It was like being in your grandmothers kitchen and feeling like you´re in the way. I cut potatoes, grated onions and rolled fish in flour. I also helped serve the people as they came in. They were all so polite and thankful. The woman that ran the kitchen laughed and poked me and told me I was too skinny. If I lived here very long, that would certainly not be the case. It was a fun time and a good change from playing with children everyday.
Last night, we actually went out to experience a little of the night life. We went out to eat at a place called Nino´s. All of the volunteers went and we treated the CCS house staff to dinner. There were about 35 of us total. The food was great, the best chicken I have ever had! After that, we went out to a discoteca to dance. They even managed to get me out on the floor for a couple of songs. I felt like I was at home, with everyone saying, "oh look, Stacy´s actually dancing!" It was great to have some fun-time with everyone, especially since many of us are leaving this weekend.
So for the rest of my afternoon, I plan on relaxing, packing and soaking up every bit until I fly out tomorrow. I will get to spend the day in Lima. Me and some other volunteers are going to go shopping and exploring. My plane back to the states leaves at midnight. I can´t wait to see everyone at home!
This has truely been an unforgetable experience. I have met so many strong, compassionate and determined people. These are the people I came here to help, but now realize how much they have helped me. It´s a cycle that makes life so much more enjoyable and meaningful! Thank you all so much for supporting me and making this journey possible!
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Margaret
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Yeahhhhh!!!!!
Can't wait to see you back here! Glad that you had such a good time, and everything has gone well for you. Have fun shopping, and will see you when you get back!