Spring Break pt 2

     Once again I am sitting in an airport waiting to board the plane, we're on our way to Tijuana to spend some time there. Whenever we visit Mexico I always have mixed feelings. I love seeing family. There is so much culture, getting to see that, even if just for a few days is great! On the other hand, you also get exposed to the living conditions people have to live in...for me that's especially hard to see.
     While I was in my mom's hometown I met this 17 year-old girl named Tere. She currently works for my aunt's produce store along with her 12 year-old sister. They are forced to work in order to feed themselves and their mom who is unable to work herself. It's really hard to see them working everyday instead of going to school because it makes me wonder how they'll continue with life without any schooling. Anyways I felt guilty coming into the store with a different outfit everyday because they were wearing the same sweatshirt and pair of jeans from the day before. The part that killed me was knowing my little sister and I could be them...
      It's really frustrating having to see that and know that they aren't the only people living in a country in which that is the norm. It is quite sad that the government doesn't seem to do much for the good of their people, they just appear to care about their wealth and power. Seeing the conditions in which people have no option, but to accept and adapt, makes me that much more grateful to have the life I do. At times we get so wrapped up in our own little world that we forget how truly blessed we are. That is something we can't forget because we are few of the fortunate ones.

Happy Spring Break!! :)

Spring Break

     I am currently sitting in the airport in Tijuana waiting for out flight to Mexico City. Since I have some time on my hands I thought it would be best to finally write my blog entry ;) After driving for 12 hours, we crossed the boarder at 3:33 in the morning! For me the drive seemed extra long, I don't really know why haha. Road trips aren't particularly my favorite because I get tired of sitting really fast. Sleeping in the car is the biggest hassle...I just really don't like it. Lately I've been feeling uneasy about airplanes...I just try to push the idea that something will happen out of my mind. I pray to God that our travels are safe!
      On a more positive note, I am sort of excited to visit Mexico because I haven't been there for there years! I bet so many things have changed since I was there. Just as a side note when we crossed the border Maria rolled down the window, stuck her head and said "My hair is in Mexico!" Hahaha she so excited to go on this trip, it's adorable :) Something that I am not looking forward is not being able to be on my phone 24/7...I know that sounds super lame, but I can't even imagine a life without a phone! I will still be able to go on it, but ugh it won't be the same. I hope you all enjoy your spring break because it's our last one as high schoolers!