¡Hola!
I made it safely here. I learned only after our rough landing that Tegucigalpa is the 3rd most dangerous airport in the world. I would believe it - when we were landing, the plane was so close to the buildings and houses! We had a little complication with our luggage being left in Miami, but it was resolved soon and we only had to wear the same clothes 2 days. And the personnel at the airport were very kind. One officer gave us all care packages with toiletries when he saw that we did not have our bags.
As for the landscape, it is so beautiful here. Palm trees, banana trees, and lime trees right outside your door. Lightning bugs glow at night and macaws wake us up in the morning. It is hard to believe that a country this paradise-like can be struggling with so much poverty. I will probably get a better understanding after this weekend of orientation when I go to my host family and enter my placement on Monday.
¡Buenas noches!
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Hey, you didn't tell me this part! Did you just not want me to worry or something? haha.. well at least you're safe. I hope you continue to be safe, and be aware of the dangers, but also have a really fun and fulfilling time. Help lots of people while you're there! I know you will since you're there for 3 months. Miss you!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your 3 months there. Remember to take lots of pictures!
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