Shot through the heart, and you're to blame...

I had to begin this entry with the strangest moment of my day, when I sang the lines to this classic Bon Jovi song with a La Riena Rotarian at the dinner table. As we became fast friends he told me how much he loves American music and began belting out some of his favorites. It was great!!!

Now, on only the second day I am already convinced that I will be eating more meat and drinking more wine than I have in the last few years combined. But it is all fantastico, so no regrets. :)

This morning I had my first vocational visit. I spent time with the Principal, Spanish and English teachers at the La Riena Technical High School. Our exchange explored the public school system and the additional vocational training that takes place within secondary education. At this particular school the students follow a traditional curriculum and then for the last part of their day they spend time being trained in a certain trade... even airplane engine repair (hence the photo!).

We also took the sky lift to visit one of Santiago's treasures, Cerro San Christobal. The pictures speak for themselves.














So, it's well after 1:00 a.m. and I still have to pack. Mike and I are moving out of our little apartment and will be placed in host families tomorrow. Until next time! :)