Arequipa--7/5/11

We made it in 2 hours late because of our delay last night. Though when I think about what happened I think I was totally overreacting. It’s crazy how the darkness can play games with your mind…things just seem so much scarier than they are.

We went straight to the Extreme head office because Mike had to get things done. Really, it has been a pretty down day for me. I want him to get work done which means I have to stay out of his way. So I met people in the office, made a bank run with Mike, and ate rico empanadas (that means delicious pot pies) for lunch. Other than that, I spent the day reading, blogging, facebooking, helping Mike whenever I could, and just kind of having a relaxing down-day.

Kindra, Mike, and I visited the Plaza Real to eat some dinner and see what the modern side of the city looks like. I had my first cambi (bus) experience on my way to church. There was a short prayer service where I met the pastor and a few members of Mike’s congregation. It was fun seeing how committed these people are and how new they are to the church as a result of the ministry that is being done in the community!

I met the family I will be staying with for the next few nights. Becky, Jason, and their two little girls were very inviting and sweet to let me stay with them after not even knowing me. I had a lovely evening and retired early for a good night’s sleep.