La Casa Azul Guanajuato

... 12 at precisely 4:30 (perfect timing -just to fully confirm the extent of my smoothness!) After not tipping the taxi driver, I rang the bell and was met at the front gate that led into the garden by Jorge (hor-hay), who led me to the house who introduced me to his parents and my hosts, Gay (guy - short for Abigail),her husband, Armando, and Jorge's girlfriend, Sara. Jorge carried my bag up the delicate, winding,metal staircase and Sara showed me to my room.<br><br><br>

... and during- parties! All of this was in one of the most gorgeous cities ve ever been in, replete with cobblestone streets, winding allies, epic stone staircases and even more epic churches, beautiful pastel-colored houses, endless street markets, and, unexpectedly, dozens of roadside pizza stands (in reviewing the weekend, I think I ate 12 slices of pizza over the 3 day trip). <br> <br> It was a star ...

... gorgeous little boy, Daniel. Conversation was limited since I speak so little Spanish and they speak so little English, but the music was loud anyway, and the energy was warm and friendly.<br>The next morning, Daniel drove me through a maze of tunnels (a former mine) to Guantajuato. It's world heritage site, so much of the old hispanic architecture is beautifully preserved or restored. It's easy to see why it's such a popular tourist destination.

Well, I have only been in school one week. Seems like forever. <br><br> The first day was very interesting. Lupita and JJoe walked me to school. (I had only been there once previously) It was like I was a kid, but I def. appreciated it. They are awesome. In class I am the only one starting new. There is one other girl who is from Japan. She is fun. We laughed so much. I have 2 classes that ...

... is so different. At midnight, there are still people everywhere. Such a nightlife place. Also, all of their doors to their houses would be open. There are no screens on the windows, just bars. And the inside of the house is open. So, when it rains, it comes inside. But, you don't need to use the lights as much. <br> There is also another student living her that is from Australia. He is nice. <br> <br> <br>

... from Collander, Ontario. During the winter they live in Ajijic (a future blog) and they had in previous years driven to Antigua, Guatamala. Yikes! I would never travel to Guatemala, what about the death squads of Guatemala City? But it makes you give it a second thought when you see an elderly couple undaunted by driving to Guatemala. By the way, Antigua is supposed to be a beautiful colonial city famous as a center for Spanish Language study ...

... differently depending upon where you are in Mexico. What I was expecting out of the day is what is more likely to be seen in the southern part of Mexico. However, I still feel that I was lucky enough to get an inside view of the day, thanks to Oscar's family.. and after everything's all said and done, I really like this holiday. Again, dias de los muertos is a day -two days, I you include the day before dedicated to the innocents-or children- who have passed away- holiday to ...

... I began to think that the driver was going to slap him, but to my surprise the DRIVER STARATED TO SING ALONG WITH STAVO... so there was a quite bus of people with stavo and the pinche driver belting out the lyrics to Grease with heavy Spanish accents. I almost peed myself. Welp- not the most exciting or useful entry ever, nonetheless (despite the flood and rain) I had another great week. Also- as of today, I've been here a month! Other tidbits ...

... night more outrageous... When we first arrived and were waiting in line to enter, I noticed that some of the security were paying a little too close attention to me and my fiends. After a few minutes one approached me and asked me who I was with. After pointing out my friends, we were quickly lead to the front of the line and into the building. Once at the main desk, the lady behind the counted welcomed me BY NAME (um.. wha!?) and proceeded to hand me and ...

... ago, but it's one of those places you can never get enoug of. It's also one of the former silver and gold mining centers of Mexico and it's buildings are a reminder of the riches and splendor of its glorious past. We had lunch at the Refugio de Casa Colorado (a former Mexican president's home) with an amazing panoramic view of the city below. Again the food here was AMAZING and considering the service and quality a realtive bargain. We ...