2019: Day 5 - A Day in the Life

Our last day in Guatemala was one of ups and downs. A few of the group felt slightly under the weather, but everyone rallied to have a great last activity together which was cooking some authentic Guatemalan food together (shout out to Gio)! I, personally, met my sponsored family and had a wonderful experience interacting with the entire family.

We spent time learning how individual families use their talents to support their families. We split up into multiple groups. Juan Jose demonstrated his talents and artistry in jewelry, specifically silver-smithing (and some of us spent too much money). Worry dolls were made and all were impressed and de-stressed. 

A few went to a coffee farm and were amazed at how it is made. The passion Felix put into creating his art of coffee was great to see. We took a joy ride in the back of a truck (shout out to Ally) up the side of a mountain to pick some coffee beans (red ones only). To finish the coffee adventure, we saw the process.

Another group, went to see how clay turns into the national bird of Guatemala the Quetzal. The third group went to experience weaving. We also had the privilege to attend the blessing of the house with the family we had built the house throughout the week for. This was truly emotional and a gift for all of us. To top it off we felt a tremor and it shook our minds. 

Thanks Guatemala, we have had an amazing week!!