Half of the guys went to a Daycare Center after working at the site then had a long bus ride to Jicamarca. Other half worked at the site levelling and preparing concrete, then we met up in Jicamarca.

Early 5:30 departure to airport in Lima for 8:15 and 9:15 flight to Cusco. We boarded our buses and headed into downtown Cusco for some sightseeing. We left for Macchu Picchu stopping at a few markets for some shopping. We arrived in Ollantaytambo around 5:00 and checked into our hotel. Tomorrow morning we rise at 6:00 and take the train to Macchu Picchu to begin our ascent. Some picture to follow tomorrow as connection is weak.

We awoke at 6:00 and had a light breakfast - and are on the train in half an hour. Everyone is doing well and feeling great. The boys are excited to be hiking up the trail. Pictures to follow later today.

Upon our return to our hotel last night after an absolutely perfect day at Machu Picchu we learned of the state of emergency in Peru and that our plans for the remainder of the trip had been drastically altered. We were told that we were in quarantine and would have to remain at the hotel until March 30. We all met and talked about what that would look like and decided to make some plans. We would have breakfast each morning provided by the hotel staff. The teachers would make lunch each day and we would eat at a local restaurant at 7:00 pm each night for dinner. More information to follow.

We ate breakfast at 8:30 in the hotel followed by some Monopoly and card games. Mr. Legge and Ms. Robles made vegetable soup and garlic cheese bread for lunch. The boys had some quiet time and watched a movie together. There is a stronger police presence in the town today and there is little to no people in the streets. We had a wonderful stir fry dinner at the local and are settling in for the night. More to follow tomorrow.

We had breakfast this morning at 8:30 as we have been doing and then took all of the boys' temperatures - all were normal including the teachers as well. A couple of teachers went shopping for food and snacks (again) and the town of Olllantaytambo was pretty much empty. We picked up some Vitamin C for the boys and then Mrs. Vernier and Mr. Legge made homemade chips and guacamole and pasta and sauce for lunch. Mmm Mmm good. The boys had a workout at 4:00 pm led by Mr. Knorr and then we played charades at 5:00 - thanks to Ms. Robles for that. We went to dinner at 7:00 and were back before curfew at 8:00 pm. Brother Casey led a short reflection and then we watched the movie, "Alive" as a group followed by a short discussion before heading to bed an hour ago. Internet is a bit slow tonight so pictures will be added tomorrow. We had a good day and the boys are still in very good spirits.

We had a very nice day today as the sun was shining and the breeze helped to keep everything cool. Breakfast at 8:30 and then temperatures and Vitamin C - we all showed normal temperatures. Ms. Robles, Mr. Knorr and Mr. Legge made lunch - mini pizzas and pumpkin soup. After some quiet time - Mr. Knorr lead a workout and then Ms Robles and Mr. Legge lead a game of Heads Up. Dinner at Veronica's was pasta and vegetable soup and we were back by curfew. Ms. Robles and Mr. Legge led a reflection that was sent by Mrs. Wolfman from the website "Marc and Angel Hack Life" on things to do to keep you at peace today. We then had some brief sharing and then celebrated Mr. Knorr's birthday with some ice cream sandwiches. Here are some pictures from the last few days.

After a 6 and a half hour bus ride throughout the countryside picking up Canadians of all ages, we have arrived in Cusco and are staying at the Hilton Garden Inn. The boys are resting and we will be heading for dinner a around 6:30. All safe and sound in Cusco.