Thursday, October 23, 2008

Aguascalientes

Whats good everyone, 

My wonderful time in Mexico continues and I continue to be introduced to new things. Two weeks ago I went to an italian restaurant here and I had THE best grilled salmon that I've ever had. It was topped with chives and this sweet sauce that was so delicious. Along with it I had a side of mashed potatoes that were so good. Not as good as down south but almost there yo. For desert I had a cheese cake that was fluffy in the middle and it was topped with chocolate chips nuts and a chocolate glaze. It was delicious. 

In other news I traveled to Aguascalientes this past weekend. It was wonderful.  A small town that is said to be the Heart of Mexico. It was so beautiful. We left Friday night around 11:30 and arrived early saturday morning around 6:20am. When we got there we went to the house of my friend's sister (it was her and her daughter's birthday that we went down to celebrate.) and had a wonderful breakfast. The shops are so interesting, we went to the local corner stores to buy the ham, eggs, frijoles (beans), and pan (bread). After doing some very exciting and informative touring of downtown (shopping as well) I got to attend the birthday party for my friend's sister and niece. It was great, I got a chance to see the families interacting with each other in a different way than in my host family. The difference was very evident. 

My friend Eliasib's dad reminds me of my Dad the way he alway compliments his wife and calls her Mi Amor and Bebito. Oh thats my love and baby. But he is very attentive to his family, praise God for godly fathers. I got a chance to talk to him about the joys of having grandchildren, a great conversation where he explained how he viewed them as a blessing and the greatest sensation. He is in love with his family and its very evident. Eliasib's brother in law Harrison as well. He loves his kids and its so evident in his interaction with them. Their family is so close knit which reminds me of my family. Thank you Lord for raising up godly men all over the world who love you and follow you as they lead their family. Seeing Eliasib's family love each other made it that much more enjoyable. 

Over all going to Aguascalientes was such a great trip. It made me want to learn constellations because it was so clear at night. You could see the stars perfectly so I'm interested to know what constellations I can see here that I couldn't see when I did night security at KAA this summer. God's creation is so awesome. In the meantime I've just been trying to hold it down for the Lord yo. Be praying for more opportunities for me to share my faith. True love is in Jesus Christ. 

Grace and Peace!!!

Saturday, October 11, 2008

How are Classes?

So its been a while since I've written. It got kinda crucial with classes for a little bit. Alot of work at once. I think I've found that business is not where my passion lies. Normally I would say that it sucks that it took 4 1/2 years for me to figure this out and come to grips with it, but I don't think it sucks at all yo. I think that it has definitely been an opportunity for me to learn some good skills and concepts that are useful in life as well as if I ever do decide to do anything involving business. The classes are pretty interesting in set up here. They're very similar to the states however there is more class discussion and dialog. It does backfire at times because sometimes the students talk while the maestro/maestra (professors) are talking. Each time I get a little antsy because it gets kinda loud and because of how we're conditioned in the States I'm so not used to it. Sometimes I'm just waiting expecting the professors to flip out.

We have partial exams here which are pretty much the same as the chapter tests that we have in the states. The difference is they carry more weight, and there is a 2 week period that is designated for these exams. They're like mini finals. We also have a final exam in most classes. I was lucky enough to get one class where we won't be having a final THANK GOD!!! Most of my classes are business classes. IT seems that the information is pretty redundant because it all pretty much has to do with marketing. I'm so tired of the 4 P's!!! But yeah yo, Its not too much different from the states in set up. Most mexicans will admit that mexico is kinda little US. In certain parts. Not as much as you get further down south.  My grades are pretty good here though. Which is good cause that takes alot of stress out of class, knowing that I'm doing well. I'm excited I'm going to Aguas Caliente next weekend (Hot Waters). Then in November TULUM AND CANCUN BABAYY!!!!  But yeah I need to budget though cause I'm runnin out of money. Ohhh  Praise Report, my boy Jaime (Hi-May the spanish version of james) from my basketball team accepted Christ yo. Praise God. but yeah yo. Keep prayin for me. I definitely need it. True Love is in Jesus Christ.

Grace and Peace!!!