Out and About Downtown Tijuana

This morning we woke up to a delicious breakfast prepared by the Prometoras, PANKCAKES!!!!! Then, we made our way down to the local flee market. We saw a bit of everything, clothing, fruits, vegetables, toys and toothbrushes. Soon after we made our way down to Guerrero Park. We walked around, tried Mexican Coke, and enjoyed the local music. This park and downtown Tijuana were different compared to where we were staying, only ten miles away. While walking downtown we learned about how 9/11 had a major effect on the economy as a border town. We walked down to Comida Caliente and made Tamales with Esther. Esther shared her story of being deported nine times and the struggles she faces without her family who is currently in San Diego. After the ninth time, the cost and physical impact was too much for her. Esther is now running her own Tamale shop to support the migrant community. After a yummy lunch Esther had prepared for us, we hoped on the bus to the CECUT Cultural Museum. There we learned about the Jesuit History and the impact they had on Baja, California. In 1683 the Jesuit’s came over to present day Baja, California, and in 1685 the Jesuits transcribed their beliefs into their language. After this we went to the Marcado and tried new candy, ice cream and bought candy for the kids. Then we went back to the Orphanage and ate some tacos for dinner. Then the night ended with a nice long reflection.