Teacher strike ends, Andean New Year, etc.

This Wednesday, the teacher's strike officially ended. I'm not sure what, if any concessions were made by the government or what the terms were in the agreement, but I just know we are back to normal hours at school and other schools that were closed are now back in session. As I said before, it's unlikely that anything will change regarding teacher's pay, I guess this is a universal fact - teachers everywhere are underpaid.

Tomorrow is June 21, and here in Bolivia the indigenous population will be celebrating the Andean New Year (and also the shortest day of the year). There will be llama sacrifices, one of which will take place at Tiwanaku, the oldest known ruins in Bolivia dating back a thousand years ago. Evo is sure to be present at this ceremony too.

And in personal news, June 21 is also the day that I met Lidia, one year ago so we are celebrating this special day (at a distance) since our friendship has been a special one. As I look back at our first year of friendship, it's been a great one and I thank God daily for her presence in my life. We'll see what the future holds for us, I trust God that He will do what is right for both of us.