One week

So it's been a week, a week nothing short of a whirlwind. 

I arrived safely in Peru with 7 other American students at approximately 2am. I didn't get to bed until 4am, and I was up by ten for a party with extended family members across town. I was very grateful that my body handles Peruvian food well, and to be honest I haven't had many problems to speak of, barring language barrier..

Which is why I was also very grateful for the Spanish classes my district made up for all the inbounds this week. There are 37 of us, all with different levels of Spanish. I was placed in an intermediate class, for example. 

I will try to hit as many topics as I can in each post, but the best way for me to go about this I feel is to answer YOUR questions about Peru. So, comment your questions and I will answer them as best as I can!

I'll start with weather. Right now it is winter in Peru and I haven't seen the sun or stars since Ive been here. It seems to be perpetually foggy/ misty. Also, it's colder than you think. 60 degrees Fahrenheit probably doesn't sound too bad, but combine it with near 100% humidity all the time, and it can get pretty cold, especially at night, when the moisture in the air literally becomes rain in front of your face. 

I've gone out a few times at night with my host brother, Nicolas, and it's safe to say you can tell Ive never lived in a city before. I really enjoy myself here at night, especially with other intercambistas (exchange students). They seem to be a source of comfort and hanging out with other teenagers is always a plus compared to Rotarians and older family members. Though I do enjoy my family a lot as well. I've seen a few movies here and last night I went out to eat with two students from France, my host brother, and the sister of one of the French students. Bastien (France) and I each tried anticucho for the first time (cow heart) I really liked it too. I'll probably have more at some point.

Buses. Taxis. Micros. Combis. I've tried every form of travel here and am learning the streets so I can get around by myself once my host brother leaves for Belgium in a week. let me tell you, there are no rules for public transportation in Peru. They do what they want. I've gotten used to it. 

Anyway that's it I guess. I'll update when I get questions in the comments:) 

Peace&love.

Chao!

Also: some pictures:)