Chelsea Brown I got the opportunity to travel down to Guatemala over spring break last year and got the chance to go back this year. Coming back to the valley and seeing all the beautiful children once again was amazing. I saw so many familiar faces from last year. Many of the children recognized me … Continued
Tyler Lammers I do not think I have ever had a more eye opening experience than this past week during our trip to Guatemala. We have done mission work at the orphanage and local cities. Delivering food to the local cities was definitely the project that struck me most. Just by seeing their lifestyles and … Continued
Isabella Valentin Dear Friend, Cooking is one of my favorite things to do which made today one of my most cherished memories. We were allowed to cook lunch for the children, missionaries, and staff –so about 300 people, the largest number I have ever cooked for. Even though we have been practicing our Spanish with … Continued
Breanne Bergeon This morning was just like every other morning I’ve experienced here in Guatemala. Waking up five minutes before the time we are supposed to be somewhere, quickly gathering our items for the day, and stuffing ourselves full with the amazing meals we’re served every day, has become a daily routine for each and … Continued
Alexis Ripperger Greetings from Lexi Ripperger in Guatemala, It is safe to say, when I woke up, I could have never guessed the outcome that came from today’s adventures. We started off by meeting the lovely Poor Clare Sisters after Mass, who live cloistered with 30 other nuns, their whole life! We came to learn … Continued
Cameron Gallo Today was our first day at the Valley of the Angels Orphanage. We started out the day with a welcoming ceremony where each of us were asked to share an interesting fact about ourselves, which the kids loved. We then proceeded to a tour of the whole place. The scenery was astonishing, like … Continued