El Bosque at Ausangate (by Forrest)
This past week we hiked through the Ausangate region of southern Peru. To get there it was a long, winding bus ride from Cusco and when we got into the little mountain town of Tinki the bus got stuck so the walk began a bit early. I had been feeling sick and the next three days of hiking were particularly tough for me since I was hardly able to eat or drink. I was getting help through prayer from my friends, family and the staff, but the 5 passes between 15,000-17,000 feet during that time were really hard climbing since I felt miserable. However, on the 4th day I really started to feel better which was good because there was still a lot left to go. This was the best healing I have had in awhile and I was really grateful to feel God at work in my life. In the morning we roll to Lake Titicaca, the peak climb on Misti and more fun!
Glad you made it Forrest. It sounds like a lot of growth happen during the trek. It will be good to see all of you when you return. Dave-