La Iglesia de San Andres Xecul

Yesterday Lizzie, Justin, Rose and I took the bus to San Andres Xecul to see one of the most bizarre churches imaginable...





It is a mix of Catholic and Mayan iconography that results in an extremely stunning church. After the bus ride we had a nice 2 mile walk into San Andres Xecul. Right as we reached the church is started pouring. We took the chance to eat a quick lunch under the church entrance. Right as the rain let up, the church opened and we headed inside...


The Alter


"Fisher of Men"

Julie and I headed to the orphanage to determine what kind of work we could help out with there. Thanks to an idea by Rose, we presented the idea of painting and refurbishing a few of their houses. The director liked the idea. So next week the group is going to spend an afternoon painting and spending time con los ninos.

The other day on my way back from finding paint costs and whatnot I stumbled upon this hole in the wall bike shop. The owners name is Miguel. He used to be a professional cyclist here in Guatemala. We spent the better part of an hour talking about his cycling career and my cycling aspirations. He pulled out newspaper clippings, medals, and photos when he was in prime form. It was clear he was eager to share this stuff with somebody. I am just happy that I was able to be an ear for him. I rented a bike from him for the week. A real beater, but it got the job done this morning...


Mi coche nuevo y la ciudad.

Grandma, you would have been proud. I biked my way out of two dog attacks with nothing more than a soaring blood pressure. They got mighty close! Also, I told Miguel about you and Grandpa's trip across country. He was very impressed.


Miguel y su tienda.


sigh*

Adios todos!