raquel23

eeelena says on Oct 15, 2008, 20:48:

hey girl! I'm also moving down to Colombia around January to teach English...not sure if I'll end up in Bogota, more likely Medellin or Bucaramanga. Where did you do your TEFL? I see you've been to the country before, what made you decide on Bogota instead of other cities?

Elena

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eeelena says on Dec 9, 2008, 16:42:

Hey raquel, I decided to take the ISSO tefl course in Bogota, then stay there for a few months or more. I'll start it in either January or Feb, as soon as I scrape together enough money haha. It's pretty cool because I'll have a place to stay in Bogota for free for the first few weeks, which'll be a load off my mind while I take in such a new and crazy place. what about you? when were you in Colombia, or are you there now?

Elena

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raquel23 says on Dec 10, 2008, 07:28:

Hi elena, sounds fun for you! Thats great you will have a free place to stay for awhile. Im going to move to Bogota in July of 09, but im going there in March to find an apartment and some other things.
Im glad you finally decided on Bogota, its really an awesome place with some of the nicest people there. Have a great time!

Raquel

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dwmte7 says on Jan 3, 2009, 15:31:

raquel....you're cutting out a large slice of work for yourself. you'll face a lot of difficulty and hardship on this voyage. keep your wits about you and your faith in your inner guidance.

i apologize for some on the thread who have insulted you and ridiculed your work. pls note that those who speak in such a manner have no works to show for their work. pity.

if i can be of any assistance in your moral support, feel free to e me at dwmte7 at yahoo.com

i find peace and contentment in alignment with honorable causes.

our home is in envigado (medallo) been there 20 years. right now we're state side for our youngest's education. then back home. mom got back yesterday from the holy days with the family.

all the best to you and yours.

d w martin, the elder dwmte

patriarch

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Lcacique says on Jan 3, 2009, 16:19:

Hola raquel...personally I am not religious and I have my concerns about those who wish to convert people or save lost souls. It rubs me the wrong way that this has to be a part of your volunteer work (I do not mind that religion guides you to do the work, or that your beliefs motivate you to do such work, but - again - the idea that conversion is a central theme of your mission is somewhat disappointing). Having said that, this is just my personal opinion.

I highly suggest that you read "Pedagogy of the Oppressed" by Paulo Freire. You may disagree with parts, as many traditional Christians do; however, I am certain that the book will serve you well if you choose to do volunteer work. Remember, charity is often another form of oppression. Be aware of what you are doing and why you are doing it.

"Es fácil vivir con los ojos cerrados interpretando todo lo que se ve mal..." ~ J. Lennon

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goin_south says on Jan 4, 2009, 20:45:

hola raquel.
what type of futbol is that you get so excited about?
just curious.
I can't recount much if soccer is or might be by now, so big in Cincinnati.
By the way, how are things in Cincinnati these days?
I have a business associate there, but it's difficult to get through to him.

nothin I say is to be takn for my words, but rather for the words of Sailor Jerry.

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mariacvetanoski says on Feb 7, 2009, 16:58:

no the kids dont have any contacts with their birth parents as far as we know. they are on calle 26 and it is called hope of house of colombia or in spanish- assoscion esperanza con amor - the person in charge is mario and leslie breton. about 14 boys from 4-18 our vision is to have a restuarant for children with video games, dances and birthday parties all in spanish... no am here in orlando fl, am hoping to go out to colombia in bogota, possibly in november with my son,who will be 13 then God willing. please keep in touch and maybe we could meet and show some pictures of the boys. ps also have cousins in bogota and 3 girls who lost their mother (8,12 and 15) or so contact pedro if (webypunto) if you have any questions in bogota his cell # is 311-260-4141

Save the street children of Colombia Now!!

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mariacvetanoski says on Mar 19, 2009, 08:31:

raquel please contact pedro in april and he will show you the orphans there in colombia as well as the three girls who are cousins who lost their mother his number there in bogota is # 311-260-4141 gracias!

Save the street children of Colombia Now!!

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raquel23 says on Mar 22, 2009, 07:54:

ok, Thank you Maria. I appreciate it. :)

Blessings!

Raquel

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turnmeon (☼Travelguide writer) says on May 17, 2009, 14:25:

mariacvetanoski says on May 18, 2009, 22:33:

RAQUEL, we have a magician coming to BOGOTA, possibly in May that may visit with the orphans there in bogota, if you are interested, email Pedro at info at webypunto.com and he will try to get you the info , the magician's name is Ceasar Domico, he lives in FLORIDA but is originally from BOGOTA, check out his website at www.magicdomico.com
thanks again and GOD bless in your endeavors in COLOMBIA

Save the street children of Colombia Now!!

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turnmeon (☼Travelguide writer) says on May 30, 2009, 17:10: