One of the great parts about living in any country for a long period of time is the opportunity to explore! Peru offers a plethora of cultural and tourist activities, one of my new favorites being the Festival Selvámanos. “Selvámanos is an alternative music and art festival in the jungle, which has gathered more than…
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Maintaining your independence for 195 years is no small feat, and I am so grateful to all of the Peruvians who fought for that independence and who continue fighting for the development of this country. I would not have had this beautiful opportunity to integrate and find my family in Peru if it weren’t for those people. Felices Fiestas Patrias!! Viva Perú!
Read MoreThis was my second time ringing in the New Year in Peru and I am still learning all of the interesting and bizarre traditions to bring everything from luck, to money, to a wedding in the year to come. After hearing and investigating a million and one NYE beliefs I’ve decided on a few of…
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Trees and houses covered in bright lights, big bows and beautiful decorations, singing carols and sharing cookies by the fire; the holiday season is by far my favorite time of year! Starting in late November Houston transforms into a land of cheery and even friendlier people. December is the month when (most years) the heat…
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No Sleep Till Peace 