Saturday, March 3, 2007

Travelling to Belize

I am sitting here on the bus with twenty strangers on the road to Belize. So far we have had 2 minor break-downs from 2 different ladies, and plenty of irritation. The worst part of this experience so far for me is the Mexican Airport. I feel Mr. K's tough love can be a little harsh sometimes, and leaves many stressed out and angry. I do not enjoy being thrown into unfamiliar situations without instruction or guidance. When we arrived at the airport we followed the crowd into the maze of lines which led us to the customs people. The man did not speak English to well and I was the first to go. I had not filled out a section of my form and he kept asking me if I was trans-something or other, basically he was asking if I was staying or passing through (we were passing through). Personally, I am quite excited for all that is to come. I am worried about the heat and all the irritation that comes with that, but I think this is going to be an amazing experience. I really love and miss everyone, but not enough to cry or get upset. Everything here is new and for the most part exciting. I am excited to read my journals from my family and friends, but I am afraid that they will make me cry. I love everyone who helped me to get here, and all the support that I've gotten. Unfortunately, there have already been a few issues. One thing that I found really scary is the fact that a man followed us around till we got on our bus and he wouldn't leave us alone. He just wanted to help us with our luggage for some cash, but I still felt very uncomfortable. One thing that I really hate is the oggling from men and the constant worry that comes with carrying around passports, laptops, digital cameras, etc. Despite things, I feel good, and positive. I think this experience is going to change my life in ways that I can't even imagine. Were passing by water now, everyones pretty excited about going to the beach. We are driving down this road and we are going to a burger joint soon for dinner. I found out that time here in Mexico is an hour behind that in Canada. It is 6:42pm right now on my laptop, so that means its 5:42 in Canada. LOL a girl has just stopped our bus, gotten out, and went outside to pee, except she went behind this truck thinger and we could still see her bum (all the girls were laughing). We are going to be at the burger joint in 5 minutes they saw, so I think I should wrap this up till tonight. I can't wait to add all my pictures to facebook, and send everyone my videos from my digital camera. Till tonight, peace out. Hannah (Written at 6:48pm on March 1)

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