Sitting in an internet cafe in Guadalajara, I realize that today is the last day we will spend in los Estados Unidos Mexicanos, or Mexico.
Before coming, the majority of what I heard was about how dangerous it is, which is definitely true at the moment. We recently posted some photos of our time in Creel, MX, where two weeks before we arrived 14 civilians were gunned down in the street. The town is still recovering, and we saw posters everywhere asking for any information that would lead to those responsible. There were also posters and banners asking, ¨Cuantos Mas??¨ or how many more?? The violence in this country stems from many factors, which I don´t have time to enter into here...
The focus of this entry is to shine light on Mexico. Everyone that we have met and had any real contact with has been exceedingly nice and helpful. I have felt safe at all times, day and night, and sincerely wish that I could spend more time discovering the different pueblos and ways of life that Mexico has to offer.
The food is amazing, the people are vibrant and energetic, and the culture is rich in history.
Tonight, we will spend our last night in Guadalajara by going to the market, buying fresh ingredients and preparing some fine Mexican food in our hostel. I anticipate that it is going to be very nice...
More pictures are coming soon, and with Nadia taking care of the camera, we are all in for some wonderful images...
Que les vaya bien y saludos desde Mexico!!
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I am supposed to take a motorcycle trip to Creel in October, and I am questioning the wisdom of this under the current circumstances.
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