Monday, June 15, 2009

First day of school

This morning we all met at a predetermined corner and walked to school together. Marta (one of the moms) led the way. It's about a 15 minute walk. The weather is beautiful in the morning, sunny and in the sixties.

The students stayed in class from 10:00 to 11:45. When they came out they were talkative and smiling. Class went well. Lulu then took us on another walking tour of the city. We first went to a nice lookout spot with a fabulous view of the old aqueduct. Lulu explained the "romantic" story of how it came to be and then told us what the "real" story was. I preferred the romantic story. After that we walked across the street to a small museum with statues and paintings of famous Queretanos and other influential Mexican men and women. (There is an interesting story behind why the women in the paintings have little mustaches.)

The afternoons are hot so we take comfort in the shade when others are still looking at something, taking pictures or asking questions. We visited another church, did a little more shopping, and then it was back home for lunch.

Another great day!

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