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Looking at the future: Participant observation is an integral part of anthropological research, allowing researcher and community to build relationships with one another. Women’s groups offering Q’eqchi’ cultural experiences provide a way for Q’eqchi’ women in southern Belize to generate additional income for their families. Tour groups are welcomed into homes where they participate in tortilla and chocolate making, weaving demonstrations, and Q’eqchi’ dance lessons. The Maya Arts Women’s Group was kind enough to let me join in and help them prepare for and entertain their guests. With everything prepared and waiting for guests to arrive I found these three cousins playing together, enjoying the carefree days of childhood, before they are old enough to attend primary school. (Krista Murray, Master's student in archaeology and anthropology) Funder: Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council