The days have been flying by as I prepare to leave Lima and head to my service assignment. I’ll be headed to the Caraz, a town in Peru’s highland. I’m going to really miss my family here in Lima as I’ve had a blast exploring the city with my brother Samuel, playing cards with my siblings, overloading on my mom’s amazing Peruvian cooking and on the whole just loving the amazing hospitality and acceptance that I’ve found with my family here. I can only hope that my new family is half as great! I will also really miss the chances I’ve had to hang out with the whole group from GC. Getting to know everyone here on SST has also been wonderful. I am excited about Caraz tho. It’s in the area known as the Cordillera Blanca which happens to be the home of Peru’s tallest peak, hopefully just the place to get in some great outdoors adventures. I will be in the same town as Rachel and not too far from Joel, Gabe, Karen or Christina. We’re hoping to be able to organize a weekend outing or two as a group. Also, my work, creating video and powerpoints for a local organization, sounds quite interesting and should hopefully keep me plenty busy.

Before I sign out, just remember to keep Peru in your prayers. Today were the 2nd round of national elections and it appears that Alan Garcia is going to be the next President of Peru. Presidential transitions are always a lil tough, especially when the vote is so closely divided. Thanks!