Back in New York

Ok, it is as if I am taking a deep breath from diving in the pool. The pool was the pool of constant study at the ITTO school to receive my certificate to teach English as a Foreign Language. It was very rewarding, especially with the student teaching experience. I will tell you about it soon.

Talk to you later,

Juan

Motivational Quote by Mark Twain

Tomorrow the plane takes off. Geez there is quite a bit of excitement brewing. Yes, the slight fear of this travel excursion of occasionally passing through my mind even though this is the second time visiting the wonderful city of Guadalajara, Mexico. In response this Mark Twain Quotes plays in my mind:

"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." by Mark Twain

Juan

Two day until departure, Pre-travel thoughts

It's Thursday and I have been making sure that all of my "To-do" items are checked off: Clothes (teaching wear and casual), passport, airline itinerary, digital camera, batteries, accommodations, etc. OK, I think that I have everything. But still, in the back of my mind I know that I will forget something. As long as the passport is with me, then I am content. If any readers noticed that something was forgotten, let me know. Thanks.

Going back to Guadalajara, Mexico, why?

The decision to go back to Guadalajara, Mexico was an easy one. Going abroad to a Spanish speaking country and becoming immersed was the top proirity (and getting it for the cheapest price). On top of that Guadalajara (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guadalajara,_Jalisco) is know as the "Most Mexican" of cities & the "Mariachi Capitol of the World". This city contains over four-million residents and has many, many historical churches, museums, and parks. Once arriving to Guadalajara, Mexico last year, falling in love with the city was inevitable.