VOYAGES
DESTINATION | MEXICO
by RYAN SLABAUGH
ASPEN IS EVERYWHERE FREQUENT CONTRIBUTOR Morgan Smith sent us this picture (below) from an asylum in Mexico, a destination he has volunteered at for many years. At the asylum, patients learn basic life skills and are often released with improved opportunities, but many of the patients are kept at the asylum for the rest of their lives. From time to time, Smith sends us updates as his work evolves. This time, there was no major update, other than a note that read, “Sorry I’ve been out of touch and haven’t sent anything recently. I thought you’d enjoy the attached photo from the asylum in Juarez, Mexico. The name Aspen is everywhere.”
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June 28 - Jul y 4, 2012
PHOTO BY MORGAN SMITH/THINKSTOCK