The Mexico Story

Some other PCV and I had planned this great Mexico trip to for Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) for the end of October through the first week of November. We were so excited for it, until Hurricane Rina came!! The entire north volunteers got consolidated to Belmopan a few days we planned to leave. We figured it was going to be hopeless to salvage our trip! But, mother nature cooperative with us and there was a glimpse of hope.

Our initial plan was go to Oaxaca, Mexico, which is said to be one of the best places to go for Dia de los Muertos. However, that had to get nixed and our new trip took us to Merida, Mexico. It was such a great time with Hanna, Meredith and Melissa. Here are some pictures from the trip!

 The views from our hostel from the balcony. 

 The Catholic church in the main plaza.

 Catrina at Dia de los Muertos.

 Gumby has gone International! Viva la Gumby! :)

 Sweets for Day of the Dead.

 Franciscan monastery in Izamal, Mexico.

 The Monastery. 

 Dancers in front of the Independence Plaza dancing a wedding dance in Merida. 

Also, this past weekend the volleyball team I play on, we had a tournament in Belmopan. I didn't play much at all, which was fine with me because I am so out of my element on that court. But, it was a good time with both the girls and boys teams. Our boys team kicked butt in the tournament! They went to the finals but lost in the third game to Belize City. Such a great game to watch! 

And starting next week I'm going to be coaching the girls hs team at Muffles HS. This should be a lot of fun and I can't wait. I just hope these girls know what they are in for, right EHS girls!? LOL

 Relaxing in Tulum before heading home!

 Progresso sleepy beach town.

 In Tulum swimming in the sea with Hana and Meredith.

Miss you all! Have a great Thanksgiving with family and friends! Love ya! xoxoxo