Tag Archives: neighborhood

Bienvenidos a La Tienda Lorena

Posted on March 10, 2013 by Lauren

When I first moved out of my host family’s home and into my own house, my neighbors in Barrio San Martin became a second family to me.  They gave me food, we passed the time talking on each other’s porches, I … Continue reading →

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The Time I Nearly Vandalized My Neighborhood

Posted on August 19, 2012 by Lauren

It was a beautiful day: a cool breeze tickled playfully at the back of my neck, alleviating me of the beads of sweat that had accumulated during the day; children played on the side of the street, filling the air with innocent … Continue reading →

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A Series of Haikus

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Lauren

I watch as the kids buy candy from my neighbor. It is 10 AM. Fingers grasp my bra. I turn, ready to curse him. ‘Twas a baby girl. I enjoy coffee. I don’t enjoy my latrine. This causes problems. A … Continue reading →

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Children

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Lauren

I was sort of a waste of space this week.  I mean, it happens.  I got sick during the two days I was going to leave for communities: Wednesday I was going to go to a health fair, and Thursday … Continue reading →

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