Hay que bailar!

It is a time of transition here in Suchitoto. The weather is changing, the rains are slowing and it is getting hotter. Soon it will be summer. The kids are in their last weeks of school - they have their break the 12th of November through the 20th of January.

Transitions make me very aware of the passing of time. And maybe a little anxious for what the future will bring. It is so difficult to stay in the present, even here in the midst of such a fascinating place, culture, and time in my life...

It is a little sad to say goodbye to the kids for the year, especially those from the rural community, La Mora, where I teach. It has been such a great experience to feel a part of the life of the school - to attend their festivals, and soon their graduations. 

Here in El Salvador there is a graduation for kindergarten. Kindergarteners are truly celebrated here, I just love that. At 5 years old, they are at their cutest. A few weeks ago we had the opportunity to judge a kindergarten competition between 14 rural schools in the Suchitoto area.

Get ready for a cuteness attack...