Vanderbilt University started
Spring break off with a bang (or should I say a broken water pipe) on the
construction of a playground in Escuela Central. As different parts of the
playground were constructed, the kids immediately started playing before we
could say, “wet cement!” The Vandy students continuously surprised us with
their patience and flexibility, willing to adapt and adjust to the idea of "Central American time," which essentially means being late or not showing up is okay.
We were rolling deep Week 2 with a
total of 21 students from Tulane, UGA, and Emory. The groups added a colorful
touch by painting world map murals at each of the schools,
Central and Cooperativa. As the group explored Guatemala, Pancaklandia, and
beyond, every minute was a new adventure!
UAB made for a memorable last week
with Dental Charlas and administration of fluoride to over 300 students and teachers!
Right when these girls stepped off the plane, they were ready to take on
Guatemala, one tooth at a time! Filled with energy, luggage, and gringas, there
was nothing they weren’t prepared to do.
If you want to read more about each project, click on the individual tabs above labeled according to University.
Spring Break 2012 truly exceeded
our expectations, and there are no amount of words that can fully describe the
experience we had this month. That being said, we’ve prepared this Spring
Break 2012 Tribute to help share our thanks. We are so appreciative for each
Spring Break team and participant. But more importantly, we have a new favorite
song.
Until my Next Story Hour,
Lorena
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