If there is one thing to be said about Antigua Guatemala, it is that this city knows how to be festive. Seemingly everyday there is an concert, light show, parade, or marathon occurring. I love the vibrance of the culture and the idea of finding a reason to celebrate life. Somehow though, we’ve managed to avoid every festivity except the light show! Yesterday, Kianna and I went out in search of los Gigantes- to no avail. We did get cleansed by smoke and find two very cute puppies. This is to say that even if we don’t participate in the exact festival, the spirit of celebration permeates the city.

We’ve also been going to lots of salsa classes, walking around, visited a coffee and chocolate finca, and have still been going to school. Heres some random photos of those things:

Dearest Reader,

I write to you today to tell you a riveting story. It’s a story of a day that begins how most days begin- with awaking in the morning. This wasn’t any ordinary morning, however. It was TEN AM. Three hours later than our usual call time. Awaking at this time made me feel refreshed, vibrant and alive, like a flower sprayed with Febreeze and washed with Fabuloso. I would like to thank the members of the household for allowing us to enjoy this wonderus moment and prepare us for the week.

Heres a photo of the bed I slept in, in case anyone is confused:

Then, we went out and got to see some ruins from the colonial era of Guatemala. We saw a cathedral and a cloister. Unfortunately my body hurt and I couldn’t climb around too crazy, but I enjoyed watching Kayla and Luca crawl up into this rock cave.

Until next time!!

We’ve just returned from el Volcán Pacaya, and my legs already feel bruised! My horse Pícaro was well behaved on the first half of our trip, but on the second half, he unleashed his inner beast🫎 (and by that I mean he galloped to catch up with Michelle’s horse) (everyone pray for Michelle’s lower body) (pray for mine too while you’re at it). But anywayyy all the pain is worth it, as I was able to see the volcano up close and personal. Thank you to everyone who indulged me in geological talk and investigation. We were even able to see the direction of the pyroclastic flow based on the shape of the grains seen below!

After returning home we went to the artesanal market and were graced by a scene that is better to see than to describe with words:

Happy Friday everyone!

Hello all!!

We’ve been in Guatemala for 4 days now and I’m finallyy ready to write a lil sum sum. I have to start by saying that this country is BEAUTIFUL and I’m so grateful to the lovely Kianna for inviting me❣️I have been loving just taking in all the new sights, sounds, smells and tastes. Let me share some through photos: