We spent another day in the lush sea of green! We met up with the Benson Institute, and they took us to visit families involved in their programs. They help families become self-sufficient by raising livestock and farming. First the family grows enough for their own family, then for food storage, and finally for the bishop's store house or for the community. Pretty sweet, eh?
It was fun to actually be in the homes of the people. One woman we met with was a 89 year old Midwife, who had been practicing since she was 20yrs old. She said she could tell if the baby was a boy or girl by feeling the shape of its head. Apparently Cilantro tea speeds up labor and a licorice-like herb helps with bleeding. We even practiced her squatting birthing position. She gave us some infertility advice, such as positions, timing, etc - so... if you have any questions regarding pregnancy, birth, or getting pregnant, you may want to give her a call. She seemed to know everything!
The culture is so rich up here! I feel like they really practice their traditions. The men keep their hair long and wear brown hats. The women wear beautiful white lace tops, embroidered with designs, gold necklaces, and long dark skirts.
We checked out a beautiful lake, which was picturesque and breath-taking! The lake was inside the crater of a 3,000yr old volcano. We all looked fabulous in our orange life-vests as we took a boat ride around the lake.
We took a long ride to Quito, and arrived safe and sound! Look out Quito! Here we come!
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