Experience South America - Paraguay to Peru
April 6th, 2008What a Sunday we had yesterday! The day began at Mennonitenheim in Asuncion, Paraguay, and ended in Lima, Peru. We were impressed by how much we learned during our journey in Paraguay. We visited 8 colonies and learned from the people who shared with us. Edgar Stoesz reminded us that we only have a glimpse. We are grateful for the insights we received.
We decided during our 7-hour layover in Santiago, Chile, to invite each tour member to share part of his or her life story. TourMagination emphasizes Discovery and Fellowship. By tour members sharing their stories, the bonding and fellowship of the group deepens.
As our plane approached Santiago, the Andes Mountains were beautiful on both sides of the plane. Margaret Dyck remarked how rugged and beautiful they are with snow glistening on them, and Walter Dyck pointed out an area where the Inca farmers graze their cattle and farm in the high Andes. I reminded the group that their average life span is low due to the high altitude. Irma Evenson saw the outstretched arms of Christ welcoming us as the plane approached.
During our time between planes, we enjoyed wonderful fellowship. Lloyd and Nettie Pankratz said what a wonderful way to spend a Sunday afternoon. We learned so much from each other. We arrived late in Lima, grateful for safe travel. We look forward to our visit to Cusco and Machu Picchu. We will now switch our focus to the Inca story.
~ Wilmer Martin
