Topics for future generations to bear in mind
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Chapter XI: About volcanoes and their ashes
Iguazú National Park, Misiones, Argentina
“Tell me now, what’s the first thing to do when you feel an earthquake?”
“Go outside or look for shelter in a door frame”
“Before that, hon”
“Keep calm…”
“Always! Besides that, the most important thing you have to do”
“I give up, Grandfather. What is it?”
“Pay close attention. What I’m going to tell you will come in handy when you’re of age. Before any other thing, if you feel it’s beginning to shake…You pick up your drink, and you hold it firmly in one hand; then, you run out to the street!”
“Survival classes for the young girl? Now Jairo, what kind of things are you teaching this poor creature? My God!” Grandfather had the gift of ubiquity, but Grandmother Manuela had her own particular gift. She materialized suddenly out of nowhere and appeared from one moment to the other. None of us realized when she came into the living room, so she surprised us both with her presence. Even though her words sounded strong and harsh, her sweet tone of voice softened her playful intentions.
“Of course I am, Manuelita. I’m teaching her to survive. I’m also teaching her to care for our natural resources. I’m completely convinced of the importance of this issue for our future generations,” he answered a bit smugly.
“I see! How could I have failed to grasp the importance and the value of this educational interlude? Additionally, I must point out that your timing is impeccable, particularly since she is already eleven years of age. Should this issue have been raised, perhaps, a few years ago? Indeed my dear, allow me to congratulate you, for it seems to me that you have a clever, wise and responsible Grandfather to advise you.”
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