But what about Alpha 1??

Supporters of Alpha 1's might be wondering where are the updates on those guys- well we don't have any photos as yet (they will be here on Saturday) but I can let you know that they are doing brilliantly up in the very remote Los Playones in Achuapa. The team have completed over 1.5km of trench which is very impressive given the difficult terrain they are digging through. After some delay their builder has arrived as has the cement and they will begin work on the water pump and tank today.

Los Playones is very isolated, and Alpha 1 are a long way from their creature comforts. The Rio Grande is right at their door however, and all are enjoying swimming and bathing there on a regular basis. Both venturers and VMs are enjoying the unique experience of living with families, Asher tells me that her little brother is a real character and is teaching her some new dance moves - should be interesting. Noud is speaking a lot of Spanish and has impressed everyone with his linguistic skills, while Libby is still refusing to share the only bed on offer with either Roly or Pedro who are still on the floor (quite right!). Jo is doing really well and sends her love to everyone and Hattie and Shona are settling into the Raleigh lifestyle with ease. Jen is also having a great time and sends her love to all the Spencer clan (yes I have been passing on your messages) Stephen and Andrey are as cool as ever, Steve is our best model of Raleigh T-Shirts and no doubt he is continuing to set the trends up in Achuapa. The group is currently being visited by the Field Base team and no doubt emptying the mobile shop (especially Rhys who is particularly partial to our shop goodies)- I shall fill you in on anymore news as it comes.



Hasta luego

Anna