One of the things I will miss most when I leave Peru is a group called Miramoms. This group grew organically from a desire to connect the Peruvian and Expat Moms of Miraflores. While originally an email list, it has now expanded to include Mom outings, Holiday parties and classes such as music and soccer (both of which we participate in). We’ve been doing music class for a year and a half and that remains a favorite to this day. Nia’s recently gotten big enough to join the soccer class that meets once a week on the Malecon.
The instructors have a doozy of a time with her because she’s a wee bit impatient and doesn’t like to do what everyone else is doing (note in the above picture that she’s chosen to use a hula hoop instead of the ball that everyone else is using). You can’t fault her for enthusiasm though – you’ll frequently find her standing in the middle of the field shrieking with joy (never mind that she’s supposed to be sitting over on the edge waiting her turn).
I should mention that soccer class isn’t actually playing soccer. It’s more about using soccer balls and running through mini obstacle courses. It’s really quite perfect for the 2-4 year olds that attend. God help whoever instructs Nia for her first organized sport….
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