Guatemala Archive Page 5
Dec 29, 2013 09:39:42 #
This will be the last submission in this thread of archival photos accompanied by my reminisces of time spent in this beautiful country. Hundreds of thousands of Americans have done mission work of one type or another in Guatemala, and most come away deeply moved by the experience - many return. The Mayan people of the Guatemala highlands are appreciative and even generous with what they have. They are very hard workers and take great personal pride in their appearance. They are a joy to work with. These photos were taken a few years ago with a point-and-shoot camera while on a medical mission trip to the area around Lake Atitlan, one of the most spectacular lakes in the world (over 900 feet deep, formed in a volcanic caldera, surrounded by volcanoes and beautiful Mayan villages).
The Bus Trip!
Lake Atitlan
Morning fishing
Another happy customer!
Beautiful local child
Lining up for the clinic.
Child caring for baby
Is that my heart?
Rooftop view from Antigua
Dec 29, 2013 09:53:10 #
mikedent
Loc: Florida
Great photos! These medical mission type trips do wonders for the local people but really do more for those who are the volunteers. Many opportunities still are available for medical, dental, nutrition, really all the sciences and arts. You are serving mankind and also serving God.
Dec 29, 2013 11:07:20 #
My favorite was the man standing in the boat, but it's tough to beat the magic of the kids. Fine job!
Dec 30, 2013 07:18:49 #
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Dec 30, 2013 10:32:47 #
Thanks for sharing - kudos to you and may the Lord bless all who participated!
Dec 30, 2013 17:00:39 #
mikedent wrote:
Great photos! These medical mission type trips do wonders for the local people but really do more for those who are the volunteers. Many opportunities still are available for medical, dental, nutrition, really all the sciences and arts. You are serving mankind and also serving God.
It would seem to me that it would be hard on the volunteers, knowing that when they leave, there is still so much need left to fill.
Dec 30, 2013 18:02:42 #
Whuff wrote:
It would seem to me that it would be hard on the volunteers, knowing that when they leave, there is still so much need left to fill.
It's really just a BandAid. I do help support two clinics in the area that provide full-time care and help train local medical workers. I also support two kids I have "adopted" in the area through a small monthly stipend that allows them to go to school and get books and medical care if needed. I did some work in Ecuador a few years ago at a site sponsored by one of these programs - it was for younger kids and they had a feeding program and a day care for these local kids. They had also been instrumental in getting a clean water supply for the community. It wasn't a huge program, but it clearly made a huge difference in the lives of the kids there - they were basically really healthy and happy.
Dec 30, 2013 21:26:45 #
sb wrote:
It's really just a BandAid. I do help support two ... (show quote)
I commend you for all you do. To help a child anywhere is a wonderful thing, whether it's next door or 3000 miles away. You never know what small thing will make a difference that will change their life.
Dec 30, 2013 23:40:34 #
sb wrote:
This will be the last submission in this thread of... (show quote)
Very nice informative photos. If I were younger and had the money, I would like to see the country and especially meet the people who live there.
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