culture shock?

My Colombian experiences are growing exponentially!

1. I can now get to and from school by myself without getting lost (bus), as well as to and from church (transmilenio)!
2. I got my cedula (Colombian ID) today
3. I went to a Quincenera party (the traditional 15th birthday celebration...although, think of it as how a typical wedding looks without the getting married part)

I will find out how I did on my Spanish placement test this week so that I can start taking classes. It is cool though, because I can already tell after these 10 days that I understand it better.

Here are a few pictures that I have had time to take in the midst of my school work!

Some common tropical fruits! My roommate Rose is eating a pattaya. You actually scoop it out with a spoon.

Granadilla is very common, and doctors actually tell parents to have it be the first fruit that they give to their babies. The kids like to call it "elephant snot." =)

Teachers praying for our new students before beginning the 1st day of school

My roommate Rose and I in our traditional 1st day of school pic

The beautiful view from my bedroom window

This is a wonderful country and I am glad to be here, but I need more support. Please continue your prayers as I know the Colombians are, and if you have the ability, help me financially. You are giving 22 students a teacher, and all of their parents and the school a blessing. Thank you~

Dios te bendiga

God bless you