We had an extra special morning today, got up a bit earlier, and headed to Pachacutec. This is outside of Ventanilla, but in the opposite direction than Las Lomas. It's a poorer area, made up of mainly people from the Highlands of Peru, who have moved into the city to find work.
Our first stop was the Wawawasi day care that we have visited in the past. This time, they were expecting us, and only 1 burst into tears when we walked in the door. We brought a suitcase of diapers and a suitcase of baby wipes as most of the kids are under 2 yrs old. The moms pay 3 soles ($1.00) per day to leave their kids for the day while they work. We took some toys & Play-Doh and were able to play with the kids for about 20 minutes before lunch showed up for the kids.
Our next stop was another neighborhood, the discapacitados, or the handicapped people. On about a 2-3 block area, there are many handicapped people in wheelchairs or with walkers, who live and there is a sweet lady who helps to take care of them as their families don't. As we had many blankets left over, we decided to bring them a whole bunch. They were so sweet, and many of them had come out of their houses to greet us. They were so appreciative and just grateful for some simple blankets as it's winter here in Peru. Warm hearts all around!
Up in Las Lomas, the gringos decided to hike up the hill to the antenna. A few of the kids took them, and while it was a hike, it was great for them to see an overview of the entire community. They returned tired, so we stalled on games, and then kind of had a chill day of games. We played some music, organized a few games, and then got out the sidewalk chalk and the Picasso's went to town!!!
Tomorrow is our last day in Las Lomas......saaaaaddd......
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