11/29/12 – DAY 3
I loved both of the activities
today. I was pleasantly surprised by how enjoyable the Mt. Carmel High School
visit happened to be. In past
educational trips that I’ve been on, the cultural exchange aspect has been
rather awkward and been towards the bottom of my list of favorite days. But
this interaction was awesome, and we really got to enjoy ourselves getting to
know the students. I’m looking forward to the possibility of hearing from them
online and getting to continue talking. I’m very happy that we’re fostering
such a wonderful relationship with them and are able to return every year.
Also a fabulous highlight was our
visit to the Mayan Ruins Xunan Tunich. Our guide was rather verbose, but the
view from the top of the main structure was incredible. I liked that we were so
close to Guatemala, and could look just to the west across the border. It was
interesting to speak with another guide as well as one of the military guards
at the top of the temple. I love the constant exchange that I seem to be having
with everyone here. Maybe it’s just because I’m older than I was the last time
that I was in Central America, but I feel far more comfortable engaging in
conversation with people here.
It was great to finish out the days
travel with a Belikan at the local bar with the expat owner. I definitely
bruised my hand on the punching bag, but got to enjoy a great conversation with
Balbino the driver and look out at the shops and riverfront.
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