Just the beginning..

I'm here! I made it to Honduras! 

My first plane ride was amazing. Going so fast right before you take off is exhilarating. I loved watching the buildings become smaller and smaller, and flying above the clouds as I watched the sky change colours while the sun rises. 

*Flying over Atlanta

Driving up to Siguetepeque from San Pedro Sula was an adventure in itself. The roads and driving conditions are not like what they are in Canada. People seem to be a little less impatient, but a lot better at driving through a maze. While you wait for an opportunity to move, people don't hesitate to go up to your window and try to sell you things. Whether it's baskets, food, or drinks, they want to be the one to satisfy your need. 

The scenery is unbelievable. I love looking around outside and seeing mountains and trees in every direction. I'm still not used to it. I don't think I ever will be. I'm definitely not used to seeing horses or cows outside of a fence, or having a rooster outside my window who crows bright and early. 

*Our first dinner at home (Spaghetti) 

My living situation is so nice! I'm living with a roommate, Amanda, in a house which is in a woman and her grandmother's backyard. It has a kitchen, bathroom, living room, and two bedrooms. Everything you need! My favourite part is the tin roof because it sounds so nice when it rains, although the coffee maker is a close second. 

I'm slowly picking up basic Spanish. I'm able to say "excuse me, I'm sorry, thank you," and different greetings and goodbyes. Although trying to have a conversation with someone is quite entertaining and consists of a lot of laughs, facepalms, and taking out my Spanish phrase book to be able to say simple words like "Dinner" and days of the week. I want to absorb as much Spanish as I can so I'm able to have a proper conversation with someone and not embarrass myself. 

It's easy to say I'm already in love with Honduras and I know these next 3 months will be an amazing experience. God has a lot in store and I'm excited to be here.

*The walk to the school

*A banana tree 

*A cafe downtown