Update

Well, things here in San Lucas have really moved quickly. I guess I'll use this post to simply update everyone on what's going on here day-to-day. Currently, I am working in the correspondence department of the San Pedro project. I have been doing a couple different things but mostly I have to go over "fichas" or records that are sent in by social workers updating or giving new info about a child who could be sponsored. I check the birth certificates and make sure there are no errors. The other thing I do is read letters from sponsored children to make sure there are no special requests or addresses given. Basically, checking that they have not written anything inappropriate. My main job, though, in both these tasks is to check the translations from Spanish to English and I can tell you that it is a bit of a challenge. The translations are usually filled with plenty of errors, some that are easy to understand but some that make the sentences totally incomprehensible. My job, then, is to make a list of these problems and add suggestions on how to make them better. The work day here goes from 8-6, but lunch is served to us and we get an hour to rest. Also, we take two 15-minute "refas"(breaks) during the day. It's always busy.

Basically, right now I am waiting to here word on when I leave for Solola to begin working, coaching and teaching there. I think it will be this coming week, but I have not heard for sure. The issue is with whom I will be staying and I believe Hermano Jorge has talked to a few possible families. Anyway, I'm just training here and waiting for the go-ahead. It will be a bit of downer for me because I have really gotten to know the people in San Lucas and have enjoyed working with them.