In less than 24 hours, I, Lucy Woods, habitual teenager and organiser non-extrodinaire, shall be embarking on my first big adventure: an archaeological dig near the city of Chimbote in the Ancash region of Peru (or Perah for those who are fans of The Unexpected Items.) We will be searching for artefacts from the elusive Moche culture, whom lived and gallivanted from around AD 100 to AD 800. In terms of artistic merit, the moche specialised in ceramics and wall murals. For those with a more sadistic nature, their appeal may be saught in the practice of human sacrifice (human blood was consumed in a sacrificial cup...charming).
Packing as usual has been a nightmare and I am convinced I shall forget only the most vital items. Such is my life! However, there is much to look forward to and I shall be in Peru for just under a month, time enough I hope to find something juicy and exciting.
In Peru, the people speak Latin-American Spanish, a language I am largely unfamiliar with. However, I have a 14 hour flight in which I hope to memorise my phrase book.
For now I will depart but I shall return once I have settled in at my accomodation (somewhat unsure what to expect)
Adios, Lucy
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