Wed 17 March

Today I woke up around 545am because I had to get ready to go to the Soy Farm. Rosie dropped me off at a gas station where I was then picked up by the farmer. His name was Jenor and he was from Brazil. His family has always been in the farming business and he moved to Bolivia fourteen years ago to start his own farm. One the way up to the Soy Farm, we picked up another worker named Mario. The trip took around four hours and it was a beautiful ride. There were fields full of crops and a sky filled with big fluffy clouds as far as the eye could see. If I didn’t mention before it was BLAZING HOT and the air conditioning in the car saved my life. When we got there, I was put straight to work. My job was to help run the Soy seed cleaner. Also, I had to unload the seeds from the dump trucks and trackers when they would come in from the field. I got the hang of it very fast and it was extremely fun. I got to jump into the back of the trucks huge trailers to push all the seeds out. It felt like I was playing in a bunch of play balls in the play area in McDonalds. Also I had to jump into the hole where all the seeds were being dropped into to make sure that they all got onto the conveyer belt. Later, after dinner, all the workers, Jenor, and I went to another farm to another camp to play soccer. I didn’t play because I was tired but I was fun to watch. After, we drove back to our farm and went to bed.

Tues 16 March

Today I helped make bread with Charito. Then, I played soccer with the students in gym. Ecmundo seemed to be more engaged with the group and with participating in general. Later, I worked out, Watched the movie Where The Wild Things Are, and then went to bed disappointed.

Mon 15 March

Today I helped make pan, then started helping Ecmundo with basketball again. He made some more progress and today he joined the other students and participated in the exercise drills. This is the first time he has done this! Also he started to talk a little bit more with me. After work, I went to the gym and met two people. A man from ARG named Seme and a girl named Fernanda.

Sun 14 March

Today I was invited by Charo, my bread baking partner, to go watch dancers in the plaza. When I met up with her, she told me that her group had changed plans and we were going dancing. We went to a night club that was open in the afternoon and started to party. I had a great time because there was an awesome dance floor and a bunch of cool lights and good music. Later, I ate dinner with the family, and then went to bed.

Sat 13 March

Today I went to FUSIDNO to help clean the building. I first cleaned the bakery, and then helped mop the floors. Later, I chilled at home and learned how to play a Chinese poker game with the family and some close family friends. After, I went to bed.

Fri 12 March

Today I made bread, and then ate lunch with the students. After lunch, I helped Dona Charo make a dessert that was made from flour, whipped egg whites, and then the rest of the egg, lemon juice, sugar, and dulce de leche. After work, I worked out, chilled at home, and then went to bed.

Thurs 11 March

Today we made bread to sell to the parents when they came to pick up their children. Then, I ate lunch, and then took a nap. After, I played basketball with the students. Today was really special for me because one student named Ecmundo finally started making progress with the other students by interacting with them more and becoming more active. I taught him how to dribble a basketball and how to pass also. It was rewarding and I felt very good after work today. Later, I went to the gym, and then chilled at home.

Wed 10 March

Today we made less bread because we weren’t going to bring it to the market. After, I helped the students with basketball. Then, after work, I helped Carol, the head chief’s daughter with English homework. Then, I went to the gym.

Tues 9 March

Today we made bread and brought it to the market. After, I helped the kids out with running and jumping in the sand. Later, I went to the gym.

Mon 8 March

Today was the starting of my second week at Fusindo and I was ready to get back into the groove of working everyday. Charo, Lindsi, and I made 10kg worth of bread and then sold it the market. After, I helped out with gym and we played basketball and ran. After work, I went to the gym to work out. Then I ate dinner and chilled with Pablo.