Russ Klein

We were fortunate today to have a visit today from the Canadian Ambassador to Israel, Deborah Lyons. Ambassador Lyons spoke separately with our Grade 11 and Grade 12 students. She gave a wonderful presentation and answered so many questions! Thanks to the @JewishVancouverpic.twitter.com/1q1XG6MKqh

Bringing joy to the Guatemalan economy. Enough said. pic.twitter.com/h5uJTO7PDv

After 75 minutes ‘exploring’ in our groups we met back at the Central Plaza - not surprising to have a Church in the background. It is ‘muy caliente’ today - which basically means SPF 100+ will not do! Lunch now then more ‘exploring’ (code for shopping...I can’t take it...aiya!)pic.twitter.com/9Qnmc3YMjU

Walking in Antigua. We have separated into groups - this photo is at the Central Plaza. So hot!pic.twitter.com/4divuapQ91

Random bus pic as we leave Panajachel on Lake Atitlan. I think our kids outdid themselves in their shopping - with much bargaining too. Tomorrow is our last day so I expect a few more Quetzales to find new homes.pic.twitter.com/iPs1Vlmx7G

Returning from San Pedro after lunch and shopping (and espresso). Time to lay back and enjoy the sun for the next hour. Buenas tardes King David!pic.twitter.com/vmIT6QswK7

Chabad lunch at the beautiful San Pedro on Lake Atitlan- after an hour boat ride. Such a gorgeous sun-screen needed day. Our first meat dish for those so inclined on this trip - I am so inclined. It looks awesome!pic.twitter.com/SB3oVYTCQv

Visiting Lacustre Atitlan a museum of Mayan artifacts in beautiful Lake Atitlan about 2 hours from Project Somos. This is a sacred site and a lovely tourist town that I would love to visit.pic.twitter.com/tjA6LCZYUC

Lighting the Shabbat candles. Shabbat Shalom from Project Somos, Guatemala.pic.twitter.com/RfXijmqn1g

So for your next woodwork sanding project we have a trained team. These are outside tables and need sanding and varnishing every year due to the hot sun. I know some of our kids wish they could return annually to do it!pic.twitter.com/46d41WQgaJ

Here is the view the kids from the deck at Project Somos. It is even better in the morning before the afternoon haze and ash from the volcano settles over the valley blocking the view of 4 volcanoes. And at night, the stars they are so very bright illuminating the entire sky pic.twitter.com/oO7kCHaR8P

A little break on the deck after lunch before the final work shift of this trip begins. I will text the view they have from their seats next. It is incredibly special, add in the warmth of the sun and great company - it is a perfect lead into our community Shabbat.pic.twitter.com/nQJeA2MXPL

It is too bad that we use drywall at home and do not make walls from cement and plastic dirt and garbage filled bottles - we have some experts whose skills may end up going to waste. This is hard work and apparently fun!pic.twitter.com/eHhwind078

Onion seeds are being collected and transferred into the greenhouse before being planted in the fields. pic.twitter.com/NwgEL7FNSt

At the market in Tecpan - just hanging out at the rendezvous point. The market is huge - winding block upon city block and is a once per week chaos for locals. My group really liked the chicks for sale (I said I would think about it...)pic.twitter.com/LYSW64ELKS

At our tour Guide’s, Marla’s, shop. Lots of negotiation going on - good deals all! Marla is wonderful and has been with us since our arrival on Sunday. pic.twitter.com/en6ifhxZLK

At the Ruins de Ixmche in Guatemala - a very old and sacred site for the local Mayan people.pic.twitter.com/R8gS9KiqSt

Congratulations to Ms Uzan, Mr Levy, Ms Winters and Miss Lane for their jello eating prowess - who knew? A future Olympic event? Hope not. Go Lions! Happy Purimpic.twitter.com/KFDYUIIv82