Writing from Imlil, from one of the only computers in a radius of many many miles, at the base of Mt. Toubkal (the highest mountain in north africa). Just completed a stunning four day trek through this area of the high atlas range -- full of gorgeous 6-7 hour a day hikes, mild enough to allow me to take in everything from red rock to tiny villages to snowy peaks to scorching valleys to goats in trees... Don't have much time now, but mom, I am alive and well. Despite slowing the group down for two days due to mono problems and popping my front tooth back into my mouth every few hours (for those of you who are confused, a basketball injury has left me to deal with an interesting dental issue in Africa), I am surprisingly healthy and problem free.
I will be in Imlil working on a small community service initiative for the next two days, but will be in better touch upon arrival in Marrakesh. Hopefully there I will be able to upload my movie onto this interface, but for now, you can check it out at:
http://www.global-lab.org/mt/MoroccoFall2007/2007/10/laurens_video.html#comments
much love,
lauren
2 comments:
Hi Lauren--Thanks for reassurance that you have descended from the mountain in one piece!! Your movie is awesome, and your darija is truly wonderful to hear. I can only understand a few words here and there because it is quite different from the Egyptian dialect, but you are well on your way to learning Arabic well. We are looking forward to speaking with you soon, and so sorry about the tooth. Maybe the dentist in Fez can try a re-glue...lots of love, Mom XXXOOO
Dear Lauren,
GREAT to hear from you again!!
Grandpa and I will have to wait for Uncle David,when he comes at Thanksgiving,to show us how to get your video.
The reports from everyone are that it is SUPER!!
Keep that tooth in,continue to enjoy what each day brings,and stay well!!
Love you,
Gma and Gpa
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