Considering neither of us speak a word of Spanish, Jack thought it would be a good idea to start learning. He's whittled out these 'key phrases & words' and put them on the bathroom wall for some productive toilet reading.
I was slightly alarmed that he feels the need for us to learn the world 'Help!'. I hope we don't need to use it!
I'm currently finding myself trying to perfect 'Where's the toilet?' ... taking my small and rather pathetic bladder into consideration :(
I have a feeling these phrases will be uttered many-a-time during the first few weeks....
As we've lots of plans to volunteer with projects helping the small and furry creatures of this world we thought it would be a good idea to volunteer alongside some of our own species too.
I was reading through some blogs on TravelPod, which we will also be using while we're away (you can find our TravelPod site here)... anyway, I found a post by a couple who had really great things to say about an orphanage in Peru, and so I came across Casa De Milagros (House of Miracles).
I have sent Casa De Milagros an email and hopefully we will be able to set something up so that we can volunteer or visit there for a bit while we're in Peru. If so, I hope we will also be able to spread the word amongst you guys at home and beyond, and encourage any kind donations for the orphanage.
Here's a really inspiring video about the lady that began Casa De Milagros, Mama Kia, who sadly passed away in 2010.
PLEASE NOTE: The address at the end of the video to send donations to is no longer valid! For donation information please visit their how to help page.
"Our orphanage is a unique healing home where we encourage growth by providing the children with proper health, a good education, art, and recreational and social activities. At Casa de Milagros the children and adults live as a single family, in an atmosphere filled with love and creativity. Living within a cooperative environment all of our children learn how to manage interpersonal relationships, respect each other, and use non-offensive verbal communication. We are a home where children can be children."
