First off, a big thank you to all that responded to my Bling Bling request. It is much appreciated. We're going out tommorrow to go shopping for computers. It turns out that ASIMAM has some money set aside for a new computer. So, what I'm going to do is make sure they get a decent new computer and not a crappy rebuilt one. Either that or help them purchase a new printer because it looks like their printer is on it's last leg as well.
Today, instead of trying to fix an archaic computer, I cleaned the office. Actually, I broomed the office. Every nook and cranny was filled with either a pile of dead flies or used soda (pop, pop music) cans. I think they we're motivated by my altruism as they began to pick up some of the trash with me. Sr. Ventura, the director of the program and Che Guevera incarnate, even went as far as cleaning out my trash bag. Who knew that they recycled aluminum in Guatemala?
Anyway, it was nice to get away from the computer for awhile. I like technology (but not as much as you, you see... But I STILL love technology...) but fixing computers stresses me out. IT was great to get my hands dirty for once.
By the way, I survived my hike. I actually surprised myself. Nunca había subido una volcún ní dormido en la sima.
We climbed to 4,420 meters--roughly 15,000 miles if I´ve done my english conversion correctly. That equals the highest point in Central America. We were lucky and only recieved a slight mist on the way up. Mud, wet pants, and a 30 pound pack would have made for a miserable ascent.
We started hiking around 10:30am and reached the campsite at about 4:00pm. Set up camp, chopped down bits of trees with a machete, tried to light trees for fire, gave up 2 hours later since all the wood was wet, ate spahgetti cooked on a little camping stove, and went to bed around 9:00pm.
We were awoken at 4:00am so we could make the final ascent to the top to see the sunrise. Once again we were blessed with a spectacular clear view. Often the volcano is clouded in. But we had a spectacular show. I can´t wait to show you the pictures.
The descent wen much quicker. It seems that you when you fall on a decline you can still cover some ground by continuing to roll. Did I mention that we were almost 3 miles high? Breathing is really tough this high up. I havd no idea how the smokers made it to the top without hacking up a lung.
Anyway, it was a great trip. My body is now paying the price.
2 weeks left. Any requests before I leave?
Today, instead of trying to fix an archaic computer, I cleaned the office. Actually, I broomed the office. Every nook and cranny was filled with either a pile of dead flies or used soda (pop, pop music) cans. I think they we're motivated by my altruism as they began to pick up some of the trash with me. Sr. Ventura, the director of the program and Che Guevera incarnate, even went as far as cleaning out my trash bag. Who knew that they recycled aluminum in Guatemala?
Anyway, it was nice to get away from the computer for awhile. I like technology (but not as much as you, you see... But I STILL love technology...) but fixing computers stresses me out. IT was great to get my hands dirty for once.
By the way, I survived my hike. I actually surprised myself. Nunca había subido una volcún ní dormido en la sima.
We climbed to 4,420 meters--roughly 15,000 miles if I´ve done my english conversion correctly. That equals the highest point in Central America. We were lucky and only recieved a slight mist on the way up. Mud, wet pants, and a 30 pound pack would have made for a miserable ascent.
We started hiking around 10:30am and reached the campsite at about 4:00pm. Set up camp, chopped down bits of trees with a machete, tried to light trees for fire, gave up 2 hours later since all the wood was wet, ate spahgetti cooked on a little camping stove, and went to bed around 9:00pm.
We were awoken at 4:00am so we could make the final ascent to the top to see the sunrise. Once again we were blessed with a spectacular clear view. Often the volcano is clouded in. But we had a spectacular show. I can´t wait to show you the pictures.
The descent wen much quicker. It seems that you when you fall on a decline you can still cover some ground by continuing to roll. Did I mention that we were almost 3 miles high? Breathing is really tough this high up. I havd no idea how the smokers made it to the top without hacking up a lung.
Anyway, it was a great trip. My body is now paying the price.
2 weeks left. Any requests before I leave?
posted by Mateo "El" Barbero at 6:32 PM
5 Comments:
Hey Matty! Sounds like a fun hike. I just wanted to let you know that I got engaged this weekend! I'll fill you in on the details when you get home. No date set yet. I miss you, buddy!
senor barbero...WOW! such adventures! i feel like a total chivo (the animal, not the fan) that this is the first time i have checked out your blog. i just wanted to wish you suerte and let you know how awesome and needed your work is! take care, and i will definitely be tuning in for the last episodes of la chickenbus!
How bout a poem?
Ted
Jakeb! Getting married? Amazing!! congrats señor.
Hey Bus, thanks for keeping up. There´s a big man hug coming your way soon.
Jeremy, Beinvenidos. Hope you are well. Make sure to comb that chivo hair.
Ted, YOu want that in spanish?
Epale,
Subiste quince mil millas? Wow! Casi llegaste a la luna! Sabes que, yo ya publicite un comentario en tu blog pero no me acuerdo la fecha pues no se si me contestaste o no. Esta es la segunda vez en mi vida que he escrito algo en un blog. No se mucho de la tecnologia...
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