Mexico City, Day 1

Since I can't call/text anyone for about the next nine days, I figured I'd give a detailed blog about my time here in Mexico City to share some experiences I've had (and let my mom know I'm still breathing)  Today was a travel day, pretty simple.  Something noteworthy, I got to visit my first Admiral Club today, which was fantastic!  I can't imagine every paying for entrance, but being the freeloader I am I got to tag along with my boss.  Hooray Tetra Pak!  We landed in Mexico City and got through customs at about 4pm.  It's weird, when I travelled to Canada, it didn't really feel like another country.  But as soon as I took a step outside I knew I was in Mexico.  The life of the city is tangible in the air, I don't know how else to explain it.  We drove through some of the sketchier parts of the city all the way to the extremely nice area our hotel is located in.  I'll have pics at the end of the blog. 

The hotel is fantastic.  I'm towards the top of the building, which has an amazing view of the city.  Later we were able to walk to a little Italian restaurant down the street from where we're staying.  (Don't worry mom, we were in a group and completely safe)  I had one of the best plates of seafood linguine I've ever tasted and conversation was light and enjoyable.  It was very strange, we got to the restaurant at about 5:30 pm and it was completely deserted.  Turns out meals are eaten extremely late here.  We left around 7:30 and no one had come in to the restaurant yet.  I'll have to get used to that, considering I normally don't eat after 6!

Finally, we returned to the hotel and I got a little present from one of the girls I work with.  She knows my obsession with Asian food and snacks and brought me some delicious things I can't wait to try.  Some sort of candied and spicy dried squid and pretzel sticks!  Can't wait to try!

One thing that will be hard for me to get used to is all the children on the street.  On our way back there were no less than five small girls approaching every passerby, I assume asking for change.  They couldn't have been older than 5.  It was heartbreaking.  I hope while I'm here the Lord will remind me to be thankful for what I have and to show charity to others.  Good thing I brought my bible with me this trip, I think it will be a good time for some serious reflection. 

On a random note, I got the e-mail today announcing I am officially a covenant member of the Village Church in Denton!  The process of seeking out and joining a church on my own was so enlightening and good for my spirit.  I am so excited to see where this next step leads my life.

Anyway, that's about it for me.  It's 8:30 and I think I'm going to turn in.  Early morning and busy day tomorrow.  Prayers of safety and encouragment are always appreciated.  :)

The Admirals Club. Fancy diggs.

My hotel room... pretty sweet.

My room's view.  It's pretty spectacular.

My view at night.  I think I hear some thunder too, maybe I'll get lucky and there'll be a good storm!