Food always brings people together...

3 cans of black beans
4 cans of red kidney beans
1 can of sweet corn
1 can of tomato sauce
1 whole apple chopped
1 onion chopped
2 carrots shredded
4 cloves garlic chopped
1 yellow pepper chopped
1/2 can chipotle peppers in adobo less seeds to taste
salt
black pepper
chili powder
cumin
1 bottle dark brown beer

-Saute onion, garlic, apple,carrots, pepper until onions are translucent
- Add chipotles and sauce and beans bring to simmer
- Add beer and all other ingredients, stir and reduce for at least 1 hour (better if more)

Last night we made vegetarian chili for the hostel. Some people contributed a can of beans, spices, or their own dishes. There was fresh guacamole, fresh cornbread, and lots of other treats. It was a whole lot of fun to get everyone together for such a feast. Everyone seemed to get a homeyness for the evening. At the end of the night Kenny, a volunteer here, Gary, a local, and Bone, a guest here all started playing music on their guitars and drums. It was super awesome. They even played a few Paul Simon tunes.

Today I talked out the mural, got the final go ahead, and tomorrow I begin by drawing my sketch on the wall. I'm really excited about it. It's still raining, but my hours today were spent painting graphic signs explaining parts of the recycling system here. Mojo seemed happy with my work, so I think this is all going quite well. It looks like Dj and I will be staying here on this side of the island for at least a few more weeks.

Tonight, we made popcorn- one with spirulina and honey, the other with butter and salt. Hunkered down and are watching Finding Nemo. There is something really funny about watching the turtle scene with a bunch of surfers...

Hope everyone had a great week!