Preparing a color pattern for a scarf. I started my four weeks of volunteering with Lema this Monday. Lema is a women’s textile cooperative based in San Juan La Laguna, Guatemala. The association is run by Rosalinda who is also going to be “mi mamá” for the next weeks as I’ll be living with her […]
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Antigua Guatemala Restaurant Guide – Part 2
Hola amigos! I have more news from the culinary world of Antigua for you. Since my last post on this topic a week ago, I have checked out some more restaurants – just for you… oh well, maybe also a little bit for my own pleasure…
Spanish language school Ixchel in Antigua
Hola amigos! As you might have already read, I’ve been studying Spanish in Antigua for the past two weeks. Proyecto Mosaico, through which I have organized my volunteering, has arranged this for me. I am really happy with my school Ixchel. My teacher, Alejandra, is a lovely young woman who is encouraging but also demanding. […]
Antigua Guatemala Restaurant Guide – Part 1
I’ve been in Antigua for a week now and am picking up Spanish quickly with my 5 hours of classes each day. Of course, I’ve not only been studying but have been wandering through the city quite a bit! And I’ve stumbled upon quite a bit of deliciousness… Antigua is known for its amazing cuisine […]
A day in Guatemala City: ¡Bienvenidos en la Ciudad de Guatemala!
With some delay, I’m finally writing my first blog post from Guatemala. I’ve arrived safely and am so glad to have escaped our stupid European weather. Not to make you jealous: But while writing this, I’m sitting on my hostel’s rooftop terrace with a view on three volcanoes and 24°C plus sunshine and a blue […]
My new adventure: Volunteering with Lema in Guatemala!
Today, I would like to give you a quick introduction to Asociación Lema and share my travel plans for the coming weeks with you. Lema is a cooperative of Tz’utujil women in San Juan La Laguna, Guatemala. The women produce beautiful handmade, eco-friendly, natural dye textiles. I am proud to become part of their efforts as a volunteer […]
