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I arrived to Mexico City early on Wednesday, June 1st, wearing my “Seek Justice” t-shirt from International Justice Mission (attire quite fitting for embarking on this adventure) and amazingly with only one suitcase and a carry-on (packing up only 55 pounds of my belongings was quite challenging!).
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At first glance, walking out of the airport somewhat reminded of walking out of LAX, Chicago Midway, or maybe even Dulles airport. Here, a high amount of traffic is a given wherever you go. Commercial high rise buildings are everywhere, not just lumped in one section of the city. So far, I have seen how history is blended with the latest technology; ancient pyramids compete for attention with Six Flags, casinos, or a horse derby; traditional street mercados are popular but so are American style mega malls with the latest name brands; and beautiful colonial architecture shares the same street as deteriorated buildings.
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Apparently, homeless children are not at all an anomaly in Mexico City. Here, children can live on the streets on their own; work selling gum or candy; ditch school and go to the local park even while wearing their school uniforms; or even dress up as clowns working on busy intersections. It seems impossible to change anything, but I know that God cares for these children and that I must do my part and remain obedient to His calling to care for the needs of those who are vulnerable, overlooked, and forgotten.
This Monday, June 6th, I begin my internship with Casa Alianza. I am eager to learn everything I can about the work this organization is doing and I hope to help in every way I can as an intern for its legal department. Please keep the children of Mexico in your prayers. Gracias!