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Guatemala Street Scenes Pt. II

March 5, 2009

Guatemala City cross

This is the door to a school/church that they have been painting the past few mornings.  The cross is outlined in simple masking tape– I am wondering as I make my way down there today if it will be more elaborate, or stay as is.  We walk by this everyday and it’s become a touchstone for me.

 


Guatemala City dump

The Guatemalan people of faith are not shy about displaying it– on their automobile, their home, wherever.

 

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Most vehicles I’ve in seen Guatemala are banged-up to some degree.  Driving here is very interesting.  I wouldn’t want to try it.  Cause an accident and you could end up in jail.

 

Guatemalan mail slot

A gap in the mortar between cinder blocks serves as this home’s mail slot.

 

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You scratch your head at how some of these homes are even standing.  On a wing and a prayer most likely.

 

Guatemala City

 

If you want to help the children that live in these hopeless conditions you can donate online–

 Potter’s House Association

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3 Comments
  1. March 5, 2009 10:03 am

    great photos jp, i hope your having a blast. what kind of camera do you have? the photos look great, i really like the cross.
    Foster

  2. March 5, 2009 12:00 pm

    I look forward to reading your daily posts about this humbling trip. Thank you for bringing us back to humanity. The photos are great, keep them coming.

  3. March 5, 2009 7:48 pm

    It’s just a little Canon Power Shot SD1000. Gets the job done, and easy to stash away.

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