Monthly Archives: September 2012

Leaving Guatemala

As we begin packing and prepare to depart Guatemala we have discussed and reflected on the country that has been our home for the last month.  What seemed so different and foreign upon arriving here less than 30 days ago … Continue reading

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Are you ready for some Futbol?! Antigua v. Aurora Soccer Game

The Antigua vs Aurora soccer game had everything one would hope for in a Central American futbol experience. Beautiful Weather Unbelievable views Lots of headers Amazing soccer skills A bicycle-kick goal Big gun security Fireworks and smoke Loud crowds Big … Continue reading

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Chichicastenango, Guatemala

We left Antigua on Thursday morning and drove to the town of Chichicastenango.  This town (sometimes called “chichi” for short) is well-known for the large market there on Thursdays and Sundays.  It attracts many tourists as indigenous (mayan) folks from … Continue reading

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Hope for Tomorrow in Guatemala City

Today we took a day off from Spanish class and went to Guatemala City to visit the Hope for Tomorrow Children’s Home. This home was founded by Brenda Riddle and Jennifer Grisham-Brown of Lexington, Kentucky. Brenda goes to church with … Continue reading

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Guatemala Photo Update

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Update:Coffee Farm in Guatemala

Update:Coffee Farm in Guatemala

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Guatemala – Volcano Pacaya

Hola Saturday we went up Volcano Pacaya in Guatemala. When we got there immediately kids were selling walking sticks and offering horse rides which they called “taxis”.  We got 3 walking sticks and the horses followed us half way up. … Continue reading

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Fire on the Mountain

“I don’t know I don’t know I don’t know where I’m a gonna go When the volcano blow…” We arrived safely to Guatemala and began getting settled in.  We arrived very tired from the overnight travel and we were happy … Continue reading

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Laney’s Latest Post

Laney’s latest update on Guatemala. http://nosimplehighwayblog.com    

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