Day 3

1/5/12

Journal: Day 3

This morning we awoke early to go to Orange Walk to the Labinia Mayan ruins which was 2hr from the campground. We hopped on the bus at 8am and arrived at Orange Walk at around 10am. From there we took a tour boat/speed boat 1 ½ hours down river to Labinia. On the way we were awed at the greatness of God's creation with a diverse population of plant life and animals along the river. We saw a couple of crocodiles, several species of bird, and another odd animal that runs on water. When we reached Labinia we had a delicious lunch which consisted of rice and beans, chicken, potato salad, bananas, plantains, and fruit juices. After lunch we hiked up the trail through the jungle to several different Mayan ruins; each differencing in size and structure. Along the way we were greeted with a pack of howler monkeys who sounded more than happy to see us by the sound of their whaling. One of the temples allowed for people to climb to its ridiculously steep incline to the peak and enjoy and an amazing view over the jungle and the river. After that breathing taking experience and several 100 pictures later we headed back to the boat and back to the bus in Orange Walk. After another 2hr bus ride back home, I took another reinvigorating cold shower and ate a delicious supper of tortillas, rice, and beans. Later we hung around and talk awhile and then headed to bed after a long yet rewarding day.

Day 1: Kindred Spirits Campground

We arrived at the Kindred Spirits Campground in Belmopan, Belize at around 830ish on Tuesday. Our first night was interesting at best....falling asleep to the soothing sound of crickets, loud birds, and howler monkeys. The biggest surprise was how cold it got with temperatures dropping down into the 50s. But I was able to apply more clothes to body and I slept like a baby for the rest of the night.

The next morning we awoke at 7ish to eat breakfast and then had class at 830 to 1045. The weather on Wednesday was absolutely perfect. The temperature was 73 degrees, sunny, and nice breeze. Later we had lunch and then played a game of cards until class at 2pm. In class we watched a video about same-sex marriage and then discussed society's moral judgments on the issue. Later we went down to the river next to the campground and explored the area and awed at God's creation. 

Departure

Getting ready to depart for Belize in about 12 hours from now. Got everything packed (I think) and I'm ready to get away from the cold and the snow and feel the warm sun on my face (unless it rains). Please pray for us all to have a safe trip there and back. Buenos noches