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3 November, 2009 11:02:42 | in art, culture, lifestyle
The Other Story
By
Larry J. Pitman
How much do we know about the people around us, even those who may work closely with us?
Let us consider the case of two people I know in Peru.
The first is named Luis.
Here are some facts about him:
He grew up in a fishing village north of Lima in one of the poorest families in the town.
Larry J. Pitman
How much do we know about the people around us, even those who may work closely with us?Let us consider the case of two people I know in Peru.
The first is named Luis.
Here are some facts about him:
He grew up in a fishing village north of Lima in one of the poorest families in the town.
He claims to have forty-five brothers and sisters. Rarely seeing his father, he was raised by his mother.
He was a street-wise kid who sometimes got into trouble.
He was educated only to the fourth grade.
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3 November, 2009 10:32:26 | in society
An Open Window of Opportunities
ByAnikó Kraft
November will be a busy month for the Peruvian association “Una Ventana Abierta para La Mujer en el Mundo” (An Open Window for Women in the World) as it has organized not one, but two annual conferences this year. As a warm-up, 1000 women are expected to attend the November 7 event in the Lima Chamber of Commerce, covering their own costs and registration fees. For those more than 9000 micro and small enterprises who could not afford to pay the 30 soles registration fee, the association’ sponsors like Coca Cola, Concebir, Ajepe, Agua Cielo, etc are making sure that they are not left without leadership and skill workshops either. The second event will take place on November 28 in the Coliseo Eduardo Dibos, San Borja.
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2 November, 2009 17:41:45 | in society
Ayuda con amor – Another success story from Peru
By Carsten KorchPhotos by: Isabel Guerra
Many people believe that diplomats’ spouses enjoy a life of sipping wine, eating delicious lunches, drinking tea, and participating in receptions when they are not out shopping.Perhaps a few generally fit that description, but definitely not all of them.
And especially not here in Peru, where those I know work every single day to make a difference.
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2 November, 2009 16:09:01 | in art, culture, lifestyle
Then and Now; A Pictorial Essay of Change, Part 3
Photos and Essay by: Rodney L. DodigHistorical Photos and Content Edited by: José Perochena
In this my third set of pictures comparing the past to the present, we move closer to the heart of the historical center of Lima. Changes in this set of photos can range from dramatic to subtle and the stories and history of the places are better known in this series, compared to the others.
All of these photos are taken from the historical center of Lima.
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28 October, 2009 12:54:53 | in art, culture, lifestyle
The Shipibo-Konibo Nation Elect Their First Tribal Council in the Peruvian Amazon
ByMershona Parshall
On October 18, 2009 the Shipibo-Konibo nation elected their first tribal council consisting of an Apo (Chief) and four officers. The election of the Council of the Shipibo-Konibo was the culmination of the 2nd Congress of the Shipibo-Konibo held from October 16-18 at the Institute of Bilingual Education of Yarinacocha outside of Pucallpa, Peru. The goal of this historic and highly anticipated event was to establish an autonomous tribal government for the betterment of the Shipibo-Konibo peoples. There were 42 villages represented at the congress and nearly 300 Shipibo-Konibo in attendance.
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28 October, 2009 10:26:17 | in art, culture, lifestyle
Noche De Arte: A Review
ByAmber Eve Anderson
Noche de Arte. Four days. Eight hundred works of art. Nearly 400 artists. The largest exhibition and sale of artwork in the country. Benefiting those who need it most.This year’s results?
Ninety works of art sold on the first night alone, $200,000 in total sales up to this point, over 5,000 attendees, and at least nine charities to receive donations.
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27 October, 2009 16:46:28 | in sports
A Day Trip to the Amazon Golf Course
By Bill GrimesManager of the Amazon Golf Course
Saturday morning Marmelita and I flagged down a motocar to take us to the Amazon Golf Course. We agree to pay the S/. 10 fare, loaded up three large bottles of water, and an equally large container with 6 turtles in water and we were ready to go.There was a big rain storm Friday night, with high winds, and the streets were still wet, but the day was overcast and pleasant. It was good to be out and I was looking forward to several hours at the golf course.
Every Saturday we provide free golf lessons from 10:00 to 12:00 for non-golfers, and we nearly always go to watch the golf lessons, check out the course, make sure everything is ship shape, pay the crew that works so hard to make your golf course playable, and to enjoy the day.
Every Saturday we provide free golf lessons from 10:00 to 12:00 for non-golfers, and we nearly always go to watch the golf lessons, check out the course, make sure everything is ship shape, pay the crew that works so hard to make your golf course playable, and to enjoy the day.
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27 October, 2009 10:36:56 | in entertainment
Peruvian Peña hits New York City
This week LivinginPeru.com begins a monthly series of articles that feature Peruvians, or Peruvian activities around the world. This week's article is brought to us by Cindy Rodriguez. Born in New Jersey to Peruvian parents, Cindy is a freelance journalist residing in New York City.
She had the delight of visiting a Peña event in New York this past month, and details the experience below.
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26 October, 2009 15:23:36 | in entertainment
Reading Peru
ByLarry J. Pitman
When I came to Peru, almost five years ago, I established several goals for myself. These were related to what I hoped would be a successful long term experience of living in Peru. In fact, I considered them necessary if I were to be successful.
One goal was to learn Spanish as well as I could. My idea was that the better I spoke Spanish, the more I would enjoy living in Peru. This has turned out to be true. My experience here has proven my point. I can now communicate sufficiently well enough so that I can have satisfying interchanges with most anyone I encounter.
I also understand most of what is going on, even in complex situations. Thus, I feel secure in my ability to communicate and to understand what is being said to me.
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26 October, 2009 15:02:22 | in General
Ica’s Patron Goes out on the Streets
El Comercio
Only a few times a year do Peruvians forget about their material worries to follow the path of faith. This time the protagonist of their religious devotion is the Lord of Luren, patron of Ica.
Since the sanctuary of the Lord of Luren is currently disabled due to the earthquake that occurred in Pisco in 2007, this year, a provisional chapel was set up for the celebrations and the scheduled masses.
Only a few times a year do Peruvians forget about their material worries to follow the path of faith. This time the protagonist of their religious devotion is the Lord of Luren, patron of Ica.Since the sanctuary of the Lord of Luren is currently disabled due to the earthquake that occurred in Pisco in 2007, this year, a provisional chapel was set up for the celebrations and the scheduled masses.
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