Having only one day left, there is a lot to look back on. There have been several eye-opening experiences on this journey. From the school in Canto Grande to the medical mission just outside of Lima, we have witnessed many things. Our first impression of Peru was very depressing, however, soon after interacting with the people we learned that things were not as sad as they appeared. When greeted by the children of Fe y Alegria, the amout of joy on their faces was matched only by their greatness in numbers. The swarms of children that ran out of the classrooms was remarkable and all were extremely excited to see us. The happiness of the children rubbed off on us erasing any feelings of gloom. We built a house for one of the students and knew of the terrible conditions they lived in, and were astonished by the ever present joy in their hearts. This same feeling was experienced at the medical mission. Doctor Tony told us of the horrors that the children live with. We then met the children and discovered, regardless of their condition, they were as exuberant as any of the children we had previously met. They cheered for us and joined us as we held a game of soccer in the park.
On the last day, we plan to visit the childreñ of Fe y Alegria once again. We will be saddened to have to leave them but we will remember them as the happiest children we have ever had the pleasure of meeting.
-- Mark, Felipe, and Kevin
On the last day, we plan to visit the childreñ of Fe y Alegria once again. We will be saddened to have to leave them but we will remember them as the happiest children we have ever had the pleasure of meeting.
-- Mark, Felipe, and Kevin
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