Well, today is the Kids Christmas Party. I am involved with a group call Peruanos Solidarios, and they collect money all year, and then throw a party in a poor neighborhood outside of Lima. The kids get Chocolate Milk, Cake, a show, and every kid gets a wrapped gift. The people who live here don't have running water, so wrapped presents are out of the question. I will post a huge album on my Facebook page, but for now, here's a few photos of cute, happy kids. Thanks to everyone who kicked in a few dollars, this was a big success. I encourage anyone who is interested to get in touch with me, and try to come down next year to help throw the party -- it's real rewarding.
There were more of us than were in this picture, but this one came out well. It was a great day. Really great.
Now, the big question... what did I eat?
Well, before I left, I had a Tamale Sandwich. They're easy and delicious. And virtually free.
As part of the party planning, we pay the people who live there to make a Lunch for the team. It cost next to nothing, and it makes things much easier, because there's nowhere to buy food in the immediate area. We had Bowls of Aguadito, which is a type of Soup, and then -- wait for it -- Rice and Duck! :D
Now, when I went out back, there was a farm with Chickens, Pigs and... Ducks. We had Rice with Duck for Lunch. I'm just sayin'
That was it until after the party. I *may* have had a piece of Paneton, but I really don't remember. I can't imagine not having a piece.
Once we got back to Miraflores, Sandra, Alex and I went to Pizza Mavery to get a bite. They're open Sunday night, which is a big deal around here.
I had two Empanadas and some Pizza, Sandra had Fettuccini, and Alex went for the Pizza.
My Empanadas were filled with Crabmeat and Cheese, Shrimps and Cheese, and my Pizza was topped with Lomo Saltado. Sandra liked her Pasta (she's a big fan), and Alex finished his Pizza 'Caribe.' He enjoyed himself; he just hates taking Blog Photos.
That was it for the day. After the meal, it was off to bed for some well-deserved sleep.
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