Mexico!

Wedneday, Dec. 8th
Today, I went drove to the airport and waited for my flight! The trip down to Mexico was pretty uneventful. I arrived in Tuxtla at 9:30pm and Steven, Grace, and Katie picked me up and brought me here to the Terrell's home. I talked with Nathan about our plans while I am here then hit the bed!

Thursday, Dec. 9th
This morning we got up bright and early and headed out to the orphanage to work on the playset. It was so good to be back there and see the familiar faces of the children there. Of course the boys wanted to help us with construction which somewhat slowed down our progress. Gaby, Grace, and Katie watch the three girls while we worked.

Friday, Dec. 10th
Today, Nathan and I drove took the Yukon to the shop. That was quite an experience, driving across San Cristobal in a car by myself. Later on that day we worked around the house on several projects including installing shelves in kitchen cabinets for Julie.

Saturday, Dec. 11th
Today we did some more projects around the house as well as some welding. Katie, Gabi, Cloe, Brennah, and I went for a hike up the back of the property in the afternoon. After the girls went to bed, Katie and I played Scrabble while Nathan went to pick Julie up from the Airport.

Sunday, Dec. 12th
Today, Katie and I went to downtown San Cristobal to go to the market. We got to eat at Salsa Verde which is my favorite Mexican Restaurant. We hiked all the way up a million stairs to the catholic church. This was a difficult task since today was a special holiday honoring the Virgin Mary. There were hundreds of people trying to reach the top of the stairs as well. After Katie and I finished shopping and exploring San Cris we caught a cab back to the Terrell's house. Nathan and I worked on building a stocking hanger for the mantle. After the girls went to bed, Nathan and Julie went to the grocery store while Katie and I listened out for the kids.

Freeeeedom!!!!

Well, the day has finally come: The semester is over!!
Today, I have been packing for tomorrow I leave for Mexico!!
Needless to say, I cannot wait. I am truly looking forward to my time there.
That's about all I have to say.