Helen's Andean Adventure

Looking back one week

So, as of today, I have officially been here one week, even though it seems like I have been here longer.Im getting used to cold mornings and nights,speaking Spanish all the time, and public transportation, which is absolutely chaotic.Work is going well; everyone is my office is very welcoming and kind, and I have been able to mingle and talk with real development professionals.I have been learning a lot about development, Latin America,and NGOs in developing countries.Last night I actually went out with some Russian women(!!!).There are abut 80 Russians here in La Paz, who are mostly wives of the Bolivian men who studied in Russia or some other part of the former Soviet Union.The best thing is...next week Im going to the tropics near Cochabamba to visit some of the areas where Project Concern works.I can hardly wait...and it will be warm!

posted by HM @ 10:05 AM