Monterrico!

Last weekend, I took my first vacation to Monterrico, right on the Pacific coast! It was a black sand beach...absolutely beautiful. I stayed in a quaint hotel called Hotel Delfin, with the ocean right outside my back door. The town of Monterrico itself has only 2000-3000 residents, and it seemed like every single one had a hammock in their house. The town also boasts a wildlife sanctuary and turtle preservation museum. After the last two months of changes and stress here in Guatemala, it was such a relief to just lie out by the beach. Here are pictures of the beach and the wildlife sanctuary....

It began with a dream...

Big news this week... my classroom is finally ready for use! When I got to the house a month ago, I was shown a small room filled with insects, old tables, and benches. I couldn't even walk in because of all the "stuff" that was randomly being stored there! After weeks of hauling out the junk, finding donations, cleaning profusely and moving new furniture, my students started their individual classes this week. I am so proud of this space, because it is my own creation! Here are some pictures....

Interesting pictures

My students at horseback riding, my permanent room at the house, a couple shots of my kids, and the rodeo!