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Christmas Wish List for 2018 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
1. Special Request for Christmas 2018 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
A new laptop for our computer lab. |
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In January, two of our residents will commence their studies at the University of San Carlos. A third is poised to join them. Three of their housemates will be seniors in high school this year and plan to continue their studies at university level in January, 2020. As in the U.S., having access to a computer and the Internet is a must in Guatemala, if students on a high school and university level are to complete their assignments and excel at their studies. |
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2. Traditional Christmas Gifts | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
A. A sweater or pair of sneakers for each |
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To be given on Christmas Eve ------ Cost of each sweater $25 |
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B. Weekend Sports. |
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We are blessed to live 8 blocks from what is, ------ Cost of soccer ball $15 |
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3. Christmas Celebrations | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
A. Christmas Shop Christmas Party ---(approximately 16 people) |
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All of Only A Child's staff and children are also invited to join us at this Celebration. This luncheon celebration, which will take place on Dec. the 23rd will include grilled beef, salsa, rice, guacamole and tortillas ------ Cost $100. |
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B. Christmas Eve Dinner | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
In Guatemala gifts are exchanged on Christmas Eve at around 10 o'clock. Families then take to the street at midnight to participate in the setting off a great variety of fireworks all over the country. At 12:30, early morning, all return to their homes to share a meal of tamales, french bread and ponche. ------ Cost $75 |
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C. Traditional Christmas Night Dinner | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
A roast turkey dinner is shared by Guatemala |
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4. The Carpentry Shop | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
A. A set of woodcarving tools Used to create Only A Child's hand crafted boxes
Enough wood to produce 6 of our boxes -----Half month stipend - Cost - $70 |
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5. Education | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
One month's education at a good quality, independent school |
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Costs vary depending on the program chosen A. Back- to- school weekend programs For young adults Two evenings per week One month's bus fair |
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6. And Lastly... | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Although it's getting old, our 2003 Toyota Matrix still provides safe and reliable transportation - with one exception. It's four tires were well used when we purchased the car several years ago and our now nearly bald.
With violence so common in Guatemala at present, it is critical that we have safe and reliable transportation. Breaking down on the side of the road is always dangerous, for all of the usual reasons. In Guatemala, however, it leaves one especially vulnerable to assault. |
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