Life in Nimasac Guatemala
13 April 2009 at 10:01 Banducci 7 comments
So, warning, this has NOTHING to do with microfinance.
But, here are two videos that give a definite flavor of life here in Nimasac, Guatemala where I have spent the last two months as a Kiva Fellow with ASDIR, Kiva’s field partner in Totonicapan, Guatemala.
K’iche is the predominant language spoken here. Many people have asked me to describe what it sounds like, but I’ve found that to be an impossible task, so here is a short video of animated dinner conversation in K’iche.
The second is a glimpse at what is involved in washing clothes here in Nimasac (it takes a LONG time!)
Lori Gibson Banducci is a Kiva Fellow working with ASDIR, Kiva’s field partner in Totonicapan, Guatemala where she blends in perfectly with the people who live there.
Lori with Kiva Borrowers
Entry filed under: ASDIR, Guatemala, KF7 (Kiva Fellows 7th Class). Tags: k'iche, lavadero, lori gibson banducci, nimasac guatemala, what does k'iche sound like.
1. Santiago Tale | 10 August 2010 at 08:41
i i know them because i from totonicapan i from xantun near to nimasac and i mees my family nice photos and videos i saw the photo of this lady i know her, her name is Olga she sale every Saturday she sale close near to my dad Little business
http://www.uncorneredmarket.com/photos/picture/3464197478/
2. Wallace Provost | 26 May 2010 at 08:52
I would like to communicate with somone who would be willing to help me with a fiction novel I am working on. This is with a chapter in the novel that deals with K”ice people in 1860 who come to the United states. The rest of the novel deals with what happens 150 years later. If someone reading this would be willing to help I really would appreciate it. Contact me by email. wally@n4bz.org
Wally Provost
Amarillo, TX
3. Wallace Provost | 26 May 2010 at 08:29
I am working on a fiction novel that involves K’iche people. My only background is hours of searching the internet. I would like to converse with someone who would be willing to read what I have written and help me to clear up inconsistencies and make it more believable. Remember, it is fiction, and this portion of the tale takes place in 1860. If anyone who is reading this would be interested in helping me please write to me at wally@n4bz.org
Wally Provost
Amarillo, Texas
4. lino cua | 10 February 2010 at 23:01
this video makesme remember some of my nehibors I WISH I could go back but is not ease with 2 childreldren but THANKS FOR SHARING THIS VIDEO KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK HERE HOW YOU SAY THANKS IN QUICHE TIOX CHAWE
5. Mickey Mikeworth | 21 May 2009 at 13:37
On behalf of all of us lenders on KIVA, I would like to personally thanks you for your work. Stay safe, open minded, and keep doing the GOOD STUFF.
We are happy to support your efforts.
Mickey Mikeworth
6. Maya | 15 April 2009 at 08:31
Hahaha Lori! Please don’t wash my clothes.
7. bernicew | 13 April 2009 at 22:18
I love the videos Lori! You look like a pro to me