After leaving Ayacucho in Freddy’s rented ten seater van we headed for an evening stay in Huancapi. This year we stayed at a different hotel, not quite the same number of ‘stars’ that we normally stayed in. Apparently they are renovating our normal accommodation.
Words could not really describe the beds we almost slept in that evening. The shower was exactly like standing under a hose, one strong jet and very cool! Refreshing at the very best.
Early next morning we were off to Cayara, another hour’s drive on roads that both amaze and terrify you at the same time. Have no fears Freddy was an excellent driver.
We met most of the ladies involved in the cuy project, the actual number has risen to twenty three. A real success story for the district.
Marion had prepared a Christmas hamper for each of the twenty three. What did the hamper include? Combs, hair clips, elastic hair bands, a tooth brush and tooth paste, a small purse, a packet of Avena – a high protein breakfast food similar to porridge and a small Australian badge. These were all wrapped inside a small plastic water basin.
Dina is the local lady coordinating all the women of Cayara involved in the cuy project.
You cannot imagine the joy these women express regarding the support the mission money gives them. Most cry when they express their thanks to Marion, they are so grateful. It has made a difference to their lives.
A message of thanks on the wall of one of the houses.
And it has certainly developed into a very sustainable program provided for by the Sacred Heart Mildura School community and beyond.
The children also had a great day playing the games that the nurses had organised for them.
Finally the entire Cayara community lined up for their chocolatada, a warm chocolate drink, a panetone and some sweets. A real Christmas treat for all, again supported by the community of Mildura.
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