We returned from our last trip out a community yesterday. This time we were in Malacatoya 1 installing the water filters with a delegation. It was really cool to see the beginning of the water filter process, especially since we've been supervising this whole time, but it was quite different to be with a delegation. We brought a cook along, for example, and didn't eat with a family. We also slept in a big tent since the school was a 45 minute walk from the health promoter's house; not the best night's sleep I've ever gotten.
I was also working as a translator this time. In the past, I've often gone out with guides and staff who didn't speak English, but understanding for myself and translating for someone else are two entirely separate things. Surprisingly, I actually did all right. I guess I've learned quite a bit of water filter-related vocabulary since I've been here!
We did quite a bit of walking on this trip, but I think that the previous trips have helped us get into shape because Sarah and I kept up with our guides pretty well, especially compared to the delegation members. All in all, it was a good trip and I'm sad to be nearing the end of my time here.
We've been wrapping up loose ends here in Managua-- we have quite a few evaluations to work through-- so it's just been us and the staff here at the base. The delegation comes back tomorrow, and we leave on Sunday. Unbelievable!
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