The Adventures Continue
Agua Escondida Outside of Opal House
I feel rather spoiled living at Opal House. Every time I leave Opal House, and go on my many adventures, I see the real lifestyle of Guatemala. The homes, stores, streets, people...things that make your mouth drop open. Opal House is like a safe haven for the families, especially the children of Agua Escondida. The view, the school, the home, everything is beautiful at Opal House. And it isn't that much different from my home in Woodinville. But outside this 70 acre farm, things are different. Lately, Jackeline and I have been taking the "moto scooter" around on adventures. She is a pro driver, I on the other hand...could use some practice. I have no experience driving anything like this, and I get a little scared. And sometimes I even scare Jackeline who is sitting behind me! But we have stayed safe so far! It is a great was so travel around nearby and see the town, see the real lifestyle of the people of Guatemala. I took some pictures of some of the things you see in Agua Escondida. As you can see, life is not glamorous...life is simple. But the people of Agua Escondida don't know any differently. They appreciate their dirt home made of sticks and mud. They appreciate their little store where their sell chips and Coca Cola. This is THEIR life THEIR culture. And I am lucky that they are sharing it with me. I must say, you should see the looks I get when I drive the moto! But I embrace it and wave and yell HOLA!! If they are going to make a big deal about seeing an American girl driving around, I will give them something to laugh at and smile. Sometimes Jackeline and I even sing.... haha! I swear I am not going crazy, just having fun!
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