7/2

MORNING HIKE TIME. I was really sweaty and tired... partly because I forgot to take my inhaler beforehand... but... oh well. We had a fun time, other than the bruise I obtained sliding down a steep hill. Once we got there, it was really amazing to see how these people lived. Going through the town, Dante knew everyone. He was even able to snag us some lobsters. We gave the children candy and I hung out with this adorable baby who's picture didn't make it back with me, but he was so cute! Dante was explaining that when his mother had to take him to the doctor, she was away for 3-4 days and the 10 year-old sister had to take care of the other 3 kids. Before I had learned this, I had given her all of the candy I had gotten from Thomas, because I guessed that was the case.

Seeing the place that these people really lived in was humbling. I would love for everyone to experience that different lifestyle. The empty coke bottles were still rampant.

The school was really intriguing. The little kids were all dressed in their uniforms and were really respectful. I think they were very appreciative of us visiting and handing out candy. I would love to go and visit again, minus the hike.

The boat ride back was really cool, and I got some great photos. We are supposed to go out again in a little bit in the water. I'm hoping for rain or a day off.

(Skip lunch and shower interrupted by an electrician fixing our outlet)

We went out with cameras today and the new cameraman Chip, and I was able to grab a ton of cool shots of different organisms that I am going to identify in a moment. My legs are a bit sore from the hike, but overall I'm hanging in there. (Cat poster reference.)

(Skip my rambling about wanting an entire large pizza)

(Skip dinner)

We had a nice talk with Gilchrist and the new photographer on how to properly take underwater photos. I didn't take incredible ones today, but hopefully I will tomorrow for the full experience. Tonight I'm going to do some paperwork and try not to fall asleep.