Day 1 blog:
¡Buen viaje!
At 7:30 AM, the Askensky Team arrived at the airport wearing matching mint green T- shirts, a sea of anticipation and hope, ready for the long journey ahead. It was apparent that people were carrying more than just luggage, they carried a sense of purpose. After a three hour flight, the team jumped on a bus with sandwiches and potato chips in hand for a six hour journey ahead.
Although the ride was long, it was anything but dull. The buses were filled with loud laughter and conversation. Looking out the window, Guatemala unfolded, and everyone admired the county of Guatemala with rolling lush hills, vibrant greenery and the tropical skies. Guatemala is full of life, and everything is different from home, from the way the sun reflects on the horizon, to the smell of the air. The team carried bright smiles on their faces, enthusiasm in their hearts, and with hands eager to help.
Valerie Mendez
