Bagiuo Ballistic

Hey Its been 5 days since my last post and I have moved out of Manila and into Baguio closer to my site where I will be for 10 weeks. It is absolutly gourgeous here - think Big Sur/Guatemala/Maui. I am up in the mountains and it is cool and most importantly lacking humidity. I have to learn Ilocano - it is the 3rd most spoken language here in the Philippines. I am with a smaller group here so I will be getting to know people a little better now. I have to do a little number tonight at dinner for the mayor of the town and a bunch of heads of various departments will be there. I found out one of my projects here will be to teach the farmers here about a higher quality of rice so that they can earn a better income from the rice terraces (which is where I will be located - ever heard of the 8th wonder of the world) and possibly export more abroad, and I will also help promote ecotourism among young adults. Very VERY exciting times right now - but the next 6 months even will be getting to know the community leaders and learnming the language. SO UNTIL next time - DAd I'll let you know later If i need my computer. My B-day was kinda sad not having family around but there is just so much on my mind right now so I dont have any time to sulk. Magangdang Gabon Po.