It's a bit cloudy, a bit sprinkly, and totally perfect.
We got in this morning after a fun set of plane rides (made especially more fun by the 2:30am departure) and arrived in Guatemala City. On the ride, I got to listen (and attempt to respond) to a wonderful mayan woman. I believe she was talking about her husband and children, but she could have been talking about bean sprouts for all I really know. I asked her how to make Tortillas and she smooshed her hands together over and over. It was awesome. She was definitely my first instance of culture shock. I accidentally forgot that people don't speak English, and she was illiterate which led to some awkward conversations regarding customs paperwork. All worked out well and we're now good friends :)
Our car ride to Antigua was phenomenal. Laura called me a puppy dog because I was so excited and looking every which way and sticking my head almost out the window. Everything is new. It's in Spanish. It's authentic. It's awesome. We're having orientation for a few days, staying in a hotel/restaurant that is in Antigua proper and checking out the sights. There is even an orange tree!Hope all is well stateside! Miss you all!
Katharine
Your excitement is so evident! Very cool!
ReplyDeleteGlad you made it! I'm posting here in response to the last post.. I figured you see it here. Finally read your post and felt like you needed to read Psalms 3:5-6. You must know it already but I felt it embodied what you're trying to do with your life. Good luck with everything. I know you'll be blessed for your efforts. :) Adios!
ReplyDeleteThanks for doing a blog!! The kids and I want to keep track of YOU. It sounds like the adventure is beginning ... :-) Vaya con Dios.
ReplyDeleteHey "puppy girl" I can feel your excitement all the way here on Fox Island! Antigua is such a wonderful place. Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy! Tia Theresa
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