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so, zelaya came back this week. he locked himself in the brazilian embassy and screamed to a crowd of the Resistancia, proclaiming his return and their salvation, or something. the government promptly retaliated, requesting the cooperation of the embassy and his capture. Soon violence broke out in the streets. According to some sources, people were beaten, some shot, and a police car was lit on fire by the rioters. Once the action began, the government issued a nationwide curfew. At 4 pm, everyone was supposed to be off the streets, watching their tv sets, and hoping against a civil war. Around 6 or 7, the government starting cutting of the power, as a means of deterring any kind of organized action, or news broadcasts that might put them in a negative light. Cell phone service was disabled for about 2 hours. Late at night, a full day "toque de queda", or curfew/stay at home announcement, was made, for Tuesday. All of our training sessions were cancelled, and now, we sit around the campo, hoping to hear something about what may be going on in the capital. It's hard to tell what is true or false on the tv or radio, as both sides have reason to release false information. Its amazing that a whole country can be put on the edge of its seat, just because some guy with a mustache and a white hat said some inflammatory things through a fence. I wish I could know what the US is doing, or what the rest of the world thinks. Once I get internet, maybe ill be able to maintain a better knowledge of current events, but for now, I'm in the dark. Its frustrating, but at the same time relaxing. Basically, there ain't nothing i can do but wait for word from Peace Corps. Until then, im gonna chill, listen to music, go hiking, and hope we don't get sent home. Cross your fingers guys, NO EVAC!

So we're back in training now, with our swearing in delayed for another week. i've posted some pictures, all 5 of them, but theres a really cool bug that no one could identify, so if one of you can, props. hope all of you are well. im safe here, so if you were worried, dont be.