On August 3, we had to say goodbye to Katy Mejia and her kids, Christian and Breanna, as they headed back to the States after six years in Peru. About two weeks before she left, Natalie, Kari and I threw a surprise going away party for her to let her know how much she means to us and how much she will be missed.
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| When I first came to Peru in 2009, Katy is the person who made me feel at home, made sure I saw all of the important tourist traps in Lima, and let me cry on her shoulder when I was homesick. Since then, she has been the most encouraging and genuine friend I have ever known. Her absence leaves a hole here in Peru but I am excited to know that another school in New Jersey is gaining an invaluable treasure in her. |
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| Complete with American food and red, white and blue decor... |
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| Kari - proud of her Peruvian-flag-shaped balloon artwork... |
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| Surprise!!! |
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| We will be praying without ceasing for Katy's husband, Jaime, who is staying here in Peru while Katy works on his immigration case from the States. |
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| Katy, always the life of the party, learning a little Peruvian dancing from Natalia. |
We made this video for Katy and showed it at her going away party. It is only 9 minutes long, but it probably would have taken 900 minutes to accurately express how much the MCS staff appreciates and loves her!
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