Where has the time gone?? How is it already Thursday? We had a very long, yet rewarding day today. We all woke up this morning at 4 am to journey up Mount Toliman in order to watch the sunrise. The hike was a bit challenging, but once we arrived at the top, it made it all worth it. After our hike we enjoyed a breakfast of eggs and beans. We then split into 4 groups and went off to do construction. While we were all at different places, we all seemed to have moved dirt. This is often done to prepare the foundation of a house and create an even floor. After our long, sweaty morning, we joined each other at the mission for a lunch of rice, chicken, vegetables, and fruit. After lunch the long term volunteers explained to us what it’s like to be in their position, if any of us were interested in ever taking on that role. We then took time to relax at the hotel before going to the Juan Ana coffee building to learn about the process of making coffee. They first have to remove the outer husk of the bean. Next, they pick out the bad beans and remove any excess husk. After that is complete, they are left with “gold” or “green” coffee. This is then roasted for 8-10 minutes. After roasting, the beans are grinded into fine grounds. After this is complete, the coffee can be brewed. There are many different techniques to achieve a delicious cup of this coffee. Coffee is a very important part of Guatemalan culture and it is exceptionally gratifying to have been immersed in this complex process. After this experience, we met back at the mission for dinner. We had spaghetti, salad, and most importantly, cake for Rebecca’s birthday! We also learned about ennegram types and had a nice time for introspection. After a very long day, we are all taking time to relax and hang out. It has been a fantastic week and we’re ready for our last day in San Lucas Toliman!
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