Well folks, the house is in order. All the laundry done, dishes washed, the entire fridge cleaned out so there is nothing left but condiments. My garden work finished, houseplants watered, and my beloved goats are with other capable caregivers. At 3:30 A.M. this morning, we turned off the lights and headed for Detroit Metropolitan Airport.
For the next couple weeks we'll be traipsing the fine countryside of Guatemala. This week both Hubs and I will be going to a Spanish school to pick up some language skills (mostly me... Hubs is already good at it). I really like Antigua, where were are now. It is full of beautiful old Spanish Baroque architecture, flowering plants and manicured topiary trees. The cobblestone streets are lined with little shops and Guatemalans selling their wares. The sidewalks are just wide enough for the two of us to walk side by side. We find ourselves often stepping into the street to pass other pedestrians. Sometimes a crippled man or woman sits on the sidewalk asking for money. Cars drive bumper to bumper with motorcycles and tuc-tucs squeezing in wherever they can fit. Occasionally a big, loud "chicken" bus comes down the street, honking for everyone to get out of the way. All in all, it is a quaint yet exciting place to be.
One of our first stops, at my request, was a grocery store. There I found my favorite food: EGGS!
One of our first stops, at my request, was a grocery store. There I found my favorite food: EGGS!
Once I found the most important thing, we found the second most important thing: Chiky cookies! Cheap little graham cracker-like cookies that are SO yummy. Then we also got some banannas and a few other items. Here's an interesting factoid: a half-pound of cheese costs as much as one night's room and board. Cheese, or a place to sleep? Tough choice, I know.
A local meat shop; which cut would YOU like?
International travel, if you have that opportunity, can give you a different perspective on life. I look forward to sharing some Guatemala-induced thoughts on lifestyle in the next few weeks.
Have you done any international travel? How has it affected you?
Have you done any international travel? How has it affected you?
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