We are in the highlands of Laos, landed in Xieng Khuang yesterday. After lunch, we went to the Plain of Jars which was made altogether more eerie by the ambient clouds and fiery sun descending over the valley.

Kids are doing great, though we are all a bit exhausted. We will be settled here for a few days so we can catch up on our rest while synthesizing the incredible learning they are experiencing. 

Today we are interviewing the UXO victims in their homes. Students are breaking up into small groups and — with the help of an interpreter– recording the stories of their accidents. we will synthesize the results in a reflection activity this afternoon. I’ll have much to report thereafter. 

Alethea