Semana Siete: Estudios!

This week marks the first week we have broken away from our regular schedules; Solexico spanish clases ended last week so our extra time has let us truly dive into our autonomous study.

We had our first (and we think last!) long weekend, which many of us used to explore outside of the city. A large group of us swam with sea turtles, slept in cabanas, and soaked up the sun on the different beaches of Puerto Escondido while others adventured up to Mexico City to meet with friends and explore one of the largest metropolises on earth. After our weekend it was research, research, research!

As we came back from our adventures we had our last class with Ron Waterbury in which he answered many of our questions using with his vast knowledge of all things Oaxacan. We appreciate all he has taught us and all the places he has taken us! Many of our fieldtrips would not have been possible without him. Thanks Ron!

Now that we have dove into our projects, it’s now time to swim. This week provided us time for us to focus, edit, interview, re-edit, observe, and a million other small components that have made these projects take on a life of their own. In a few weeks we will be experts on everything from urban gardening to traditional medicine!

As we prep for our village stay next week, Gustavo encourages us to keep in mind the Beatle’s song “Let it be” in that we should adapt ourselves to the rhythm of the village and in that way enjoy the experience. As we look forward to this next adventure we are packing our things and leaving our expectations.

Déjalo estar

Hasta Pronto!

Erin y Anna