There have definitely been some bumps along the way for our group - most importantly, one of the students is a Mexican citizen, and she spent the last month trying to determine whether or not she needed a visa to enter Peru. Finally, her grandfather in Mexico went to the Peruvian consulate there (who is only open 3 days a week for 3 hours a day), who told her she did not need one. So she landed in Peru, tried to pass through immigration with the rest of the group, and was told she couldn't enter, and she had to return to the US. So we think she's back in Oklahoma now, but no one really knows if she'll be able to join us... What a mess. But apparently Mexican citizens get turned back all the time? Peru is not known for institutional efficiency or clarity, we are learning.
Ach, and now we're boarding! More to come.
Hi Laura,
ReplyDeleteThis is Elise. Linda showed me this. It sounds like you're having fun. I'm having fun at the beach! Except, Yesterday my voice sounded weird kind of like when you're about to lose your voice, and it sounds all scratchy and stuff. Today my throat is hurting, and i'm drinking lots of water and juice. The beach house is so cool! It's got a pool, ping-pong table, pool table, foose ball table, and other stuff. It's really fun! Wish you were here and have fun in Peru! It's cool that you get to go to Machu Picchu! Have fun!
Love,
Elise <3
blessings, laura! be safe. you're so smart, i don't have to tell you that, but it makes me feel better.
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