First Full Day

After a good night of sleep (even if interrupted occasionally by crowing roosters at random times), I feel much better! Today will probably be the most relaxed day of orientation--we had a later start so we could sleep in if necessary. After breakfast, I've spent the day getting a cell phone, walking around town, meeting and hanging out with the Hopkins family (a missionary family associated with the school), and relaxing (aka sitting in the hotel and catching up with stuff on the Internet). Tonight we'll be going to the hot springs in Gracias (: Tomorrow, we go to the school for the first time for some kind of orientation--can't wait to see the campus and maybe get in my classroom!

Here are a few pictures of the packing as well as a few from Gracias!

one set of sheets, a small pillow, a blanket, and my normal pillow...pre vacuuming

yes, people, space bags really work!
unfortunately, it doesn't defy the laws of nature and lessen the total weight--
learned that the hard way in my struggle to pack but keep the weight under 50 lbs.

a view of the hotel we're staying in currently--
a beautiful place with lots of green places, hammocks, and beautiful views! 

While exploring Gracias, took a walk down here (crossing that slightly shaky bridge)
to sit with our feet in the water (and let minnows nibble my toes!).
A peaceful and beautiful spot that will be a favorite place to come to I think!