Jaquarundis, Piñatas, and Popo: A Month of Mission Life
This month, I hiked in a national park that sits at the base of the Popocatépetl (or “Popo,” as the locals affectionately call this giant reminder that creation is both beautiful and slightly terrifying—it is an active volcano). I joined a local ex-Pat group for the adventure and it was beautiful. Somewhere between catching my breath and questioning my life choices when we were ascending (the hike started at over 12,000 feet), I felt that quiet nudge: you’re stronger than you think. In GYTTE news, our community health promoter course wrapped up its 18-month journey in a way that felt both sacred and joy-filled. Pat led communion, grounding us in purpose, while I had the honor of passing out diplomas. Throughout the final week, we tried out our acting and played the role of “patients,” offering our arms to be squeezed by blood pressure cuffs. I was very proud of my compañera de trabajo, Ivonne, who absolute...
