CV of Alfredo Mires

A few weeks ago, an institution requested the curriculum vitae of our brother Alfredo Mires. Thus, we had to review this document where the main studies and activities that he has developed throughout all these years are indicated. However, seeing that this document is usually very precise and does not contemplate all the characteristics and qualities of a person, we decided to send his biography first, which indicates with more fidelity what Alfredo does, writes, studies, what and to whom he is dedicated, among other aspects. And even at that, there is much of his life that we have not managed to make known, not even with all our efforts, that is why I allow myself this note.

Alfredo is addicted to his family, and they are one, in their home life and at work, almost everything they do they do together, as a true community of volunteers.

And in the family of the Rural Libraries Network this same spirit is transmitted: we must all have the same objectives, make a single effort, journey together wherever we have to go.

Alfredo teaches us to read not only books: he teaches us to read nature, time, gestures, everything that surrounds us, even if it is hard for us to learn.

He teaches us to write, to organize ideas, to express ourselves in the most authentic way possible; to leave traces, as he himself says, of our own essence.

He has many qualities: he is demanding in order and cleanliness, because without these two aspects it is impossible to organize.

He is humble and careful in his expressions towards others, but is clear in what he has to say. And he is very creative, innovative: he plays with words with enviable ease, and turns physical spaces into incredibly beautiful and well-used places.

He has many qualities and feelings that would not be listed in his CV or his biography.

Today I just want to highlight a characteristic that, we all know, also has always characterized him and, in this time, is being noticed with more intensity than ever: he is a great fighter and does not give up. We know that he is going through a delicate state of health, but he continues creating and working, celebrating each achievement of the Network and worrying about difficult situations, forgetting that now his priority is himself.

Alfredo, on behalf of all your family and ayllu of the network, we want to thank you for that extensive CV that is not written, but that we all know and feel. We want to tell you that we admire your strength and we are with you. We want to thank you for your existence and the example of not giving up.

Thank you brother for keeping going, for showing us that there is still a lot to walk.

Lola Paredes