An Old Fortress

Sorry to leave you guys in the dark, but we´ve been without internet in the house for 3 weeks. Agh! Totally frustrating. And we have been getting back to our routine after our trip to California. On our way home we had a little time in Lima and I instisted that Coco take me somewhere new. So he took me to an old fortress that was built to protect the busiest port of Lima in 1774.

The fortress was intended to defend Peru from invasions. Built to have a sufficient lookout point, it now has one of the best views in Lima where you can see for miles and miles in all directions. Made in the shape of a pentagon its many chambers house historical items from Peru´s military legends and history.

I felt a somewhat heavy feeling walking through the dark hallways of the towers. They were so dark and mysterious, I made Coco stay close by. Luckily we survived the tour without any wierd encounters and I really enjoyed experiencing more of Peru´s mystical history.

Time for Tea

So we´re back in Peru, already. Not sure if I´m really ready to be back, but here we are. And besides the unpacking, I have so much to do. I start class tomorrow at the institute and I´m starting a new academic quarter at the preschool. I actually have to start getting my students ready for their Christmas production! Anyways I had such an amazing time in California that I wanted to write just one more blog about it. On one lovely afternoon I went to have lunch with my Grandma and we ended up at the Tea House in Oakhurst. It´s one of the most charming places I have ever been. This place is filled with all things tea and everything is delicate and sweet looking. And it smells like warm scones, sugar, and tea.....it´s kind of the best smell ever. Inside there are different tables all decorated uniquely and even seperate cozy tea rooms with themes like the fairies or Alice in Wonderland. You really have to experience this place.

Family Fun

I just love that we had the chance to visit so much family while in California. I hadn´t even seen my nieces and nephews for ten months....and they have grown soooo much! I can´t believe it. We spent alot of time all together and I followed the kids around trying to take pictures of them. They are such busy little people I only managed these few.

If only these pictures could show you how Luke`s cheeks literally bounce as he walks. Dang, I´m going to miss my family...I´m already headed back to Peru.