Why I Am In Mexico

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

I have been asked why I am in Mexico so thought I would share it with everyone. I am working with Hispanic Ministries in my Church. The main program is Justice For Our Neighbors. This is a project of the United Methodist Church that provides free legal immigration services. Since the majority of clients are Latino and speak Spanish, I want to learn the language so I can converse a bit with them. Each clinic site has a lawyer so we can only do what is possible to do through the US court system. If you want more info on the program, you can google it.

  

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PRINCESSNIBBLES 2/26/2011 1:12PM

WoW! That is What a great example to set for us all. Report Inappropriate Comment

KATHYS1944 2/23/2011 12:16PM

Good for you and good luck with learning the language! Report Inappropriate Comment

HAPPY1049 2/23/2011 9:35AM

Thanks very much for what you and your church are doing. I like it! Report Inappropriate Comment

MEOWZY 2/23/2011 6:06AM

Sounds great :) Hope you enjoy your time in Mexico :D Report Inappropriate Comment

NEW-CAZ 2/23/2011 3:10AM

Judy that is such a wonderful thing to do hun, I hope you enjoy your studying Report Inappropriate Comment

DEE107 2/22/2011 10:53PM

what a wonderful gift you can give is of yourself my friend ... Report Inappropriate Comment

IAFARMERWIFE 2/22/2011 8:37PM

You are a wonderful person! Report Inappropriate Comment

FLAME42 2/22/2011 8:16PM

Sounds like a great undertaking. Keep studying! Report Inappropriate Comment

GOOZLEBEAR 2/22/2011 7:59PM

That is awesome!!! So proud of you for taking up that challenge!! Report Inappropriate Comment

Hola (Hi) From Cuernavaca Mexico

Monday, February 21, 2011

Aren't computers amazing! No matter where we are, we can keep in contact with friends all over the world!
Thought I'd share a bit about a typical day here. Since I get a private class, I go to school at 10 and have 2 hours of Spanish grammar, followed by an hour of pronunciation and then an hour of conversation! Leave school at 2:30 and go to my "home!" for lunch. Here, the main meal of the the day is around 3 in the afternoon, followed by a seista! I'm liking that!
I usually do part of my homework and then go to the park for a good walk and come back to finish my homework.
This is cutting down my "sparkin" time!
Have more homework to do so talk to ya later!
Adios!

  

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HAPPY1049 2/22/2011 3:50PM

You are having a great time! Wonderful! Learn all that you can while you are there. Report Inappropriate Comment

KAILYNSTAR 2/22/2011 12:06PM

Yes, computers are a wonderful thing, yet they do seem to be a time sucker as well. I am so happy for you to be able to enjoy the sunshine while learning another language. It sure beats just a classroom for 6.5 hours. Have fun and learn lots! Report Inappropriate Comment

DEE107 2/22/2011 8:31AM

glad you are enjoying and learning is hard to so but homework oh my good luck and Judy I know you can do it Hugs Report Inappropriate Comment

MOMMA_BEAR_69 2/22/2011 4:25AM

ENJOY your time in Mexico while learning all you can! I am sure you are having a great time!!! Hugs, Helen Report Inappropriate Comment

JSPEED4 2/22/2011 3:21AM

Que bueno! I don't know yet how to put the upside-down ! in front and the accents over letters. Growing up around Cubans, I learned the accent, but have not studied enough to get a great vocabulary. Report Inappropriate Comment

NEW-CAZ 2/22/2011 3:01AM

Sounds superb! You're enjoying it I can tell! Report Inappropriate Comment

IZADORA 2/22/2011 2:40AM

Pasatelo super bien! Enjoy your time in Mexico! Report Inappropriate Comment

GRATEFULADY 2/22/2011 12:01AM

Buena suerte with your class and lessons. Report Inappropriate Comment

2/18 Doing Homework???

Friday, February 18, 2011

I am in Cuernavaca, Mexico and am going to school--to learn Spanish! I'[m the only one at my level so I am getting private lessons. The good news is my class starts at 10! The downer is having to do homework! It takes me forever because I'm always afraid I'll spell the word wrong --or I have to look up words to find out the meaning! I've made it through the first week, with 2 more to go.
Tomorrow, I'm going to Mexico City for a trip to see many things there and am looking forward to that!
The weather here is wonderful!
The good news is~~I'm getting lots of exercise in!! Lots of and climbing lots of stairs!

  

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CATLADY52 2/20/2011 3:25PM

Sounds like fun. Learning a new language can only open up new avenues for you to travel. Report Inappropriate Comment

FLAME42 2/19/2011 9:00AM

You are applying the old saying that we need to learn something new everyday. Great job. Please be safe where you are..... Report Inappropriate Comment

KAILYNSTAR 2/19/2011 8:19AM

Ooo! Homework! Who would have thought that would be happening? I don't think that I could handle that, it's been long... So glad to hear that you are having a good time! Lots of walking and climbing stairs? You won't recognize yourself later!!!! Love it! Have a really good time and enjoy your activities. Report Inappropriate Comment

NEW-CAZ 2/19/2011 3:33AM

Learning a new skill and getting in exercise can't be bad. Have fun Report Inappropriate Comment

PUPPETGIRLKY 2/19/2011 12:07AM

GO GIRL...THAT'S SOUNDS LIKE A GREAT WAY TO GET SMART AND GET FIT AT THE SAME TIME:) AWESOME!!!!!I WISH I KNEW SPANISH SOMETIMES SO I WOULD KNOW WHAT PEOPLE AROUND ME ARE SAYING WHEN I'M BY MYSELF. I'M HAPPY FOR YOU AND THAT CHANCE TO LEARN!! CONNIE Report Inappropriate Comment

HAPPY1049 2/18/2011 9:53PM

Terrific! What fun you're having! I hope you're also learning a lot. Take care! Report Inappropriate Comment

DEE107 2/18/2011 9:52PM

sounds like fun and hard work all mixed up together ..Hugs have fun and a good time Report Inappropriate Comment

Oh my, No internet! 2/12

Saturday, February 12, 2011

We are in a motel and they are having internet problems! "Therefore, I'm not getting much sparking done today. We have an early morning flight and I need to go get some sleep! I'll check in tomorrow after I arrive in Mexico!
Talk to ya all then!

  

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BUTEAFULL 2/13/2011 9:00PM

have a fun trip Report Inappropriate Comment

HAPPY1049 2/13/2011 4:51PM

Safe journey, and please have fun! Report Inappropriate Comment

FLAME42 2/13/2011 12:01PM

Just have a safe and wonderful trip. SP will be here when you get back in touch. Report Inappropriate Comment

KAILYNSTAR 2/13/2011 11:26AM

Have fun. Report Inappropriate Comment

IAFARMERWIFE 2/13/2011 8:07AM

Enjoy your time away! Report Inappropriate Comment

NEW-CAZ 2/13/2011 4:32AM

have a safe and enjoyable flight Judy Report Inappropriate Comment

PUPPETGIRLKY 2/13/2011 12:24AM

HAVE A GREAT FLIGHT AND GOOD LUCK WITH THAT INTERNET GIRL:) Report Inappropriate Comment

DEE107 2/12/2011 11:34PM

have a good flight and a safe one my friend Report Inappropriate Comment

I'm Getting Ready To Leave

Thursday, February 10, 2011

but not Sparks!!! I'm going to Cuernavaca, Mexico for my fourth Spanish Immersion Trip! I'm still working at learning the language! I will be spending three weeks "down South!" I am really looking forward to warm weather! I'm busy getting everything ready. Tomorrow is packing day and Saturday will head to Omaha to catch my flight out early Sunday Morning!

My days will be in school from 9 am to 2:30 pm! Then I'll have a few hours to study !
I will be living with the same family as the last 3 years!

  

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HOPE2BE 2/13/2011 10:35AM

Have fun and enjoy your time there and be careful. That's wonderful that the same family is putting you up as in the past. Report Inappropriate Comment

XHASTEDMOMOF2 2/12/2011 8:23PM

Sounds like a wonderful experience to come!!! Have a great time!!! Can't wait ti hear the details when you get back!! Report Inappropriate Comment

JEANNEROBERTSON 2/12/2011 4:06PM

Have a great trip!! Sounds wonderful!! Report Inappropriate Comment

HEYRED221 2/11/2011 9:30PM

Have a wonderful trip! Report Inappropriate Comment

HAPPY1049 2/11/2011 12:59PM

What a great time you will have! I hope it lifts your spirits and refreshes you. Report Inappropriate Comment

KAILYNSTAR 2/11/2011 12:10PM

Fascinating! What a neat way to learn a language. Have a good trip! Report Inappropriate Comment

DR1939 2/11/2011 10:09AM

Lovely way to learn. Report Inappropriate Comment

HOWDOIHEARTTHEE 2/11/2011 8:53AM

Have the best time! Report Inappropriate Comment

ILOVEROSES 2/11/2011 8:04AM

What a great way to spend the next 3 weeks! Enjoy your time down South! Report Inappropriate Comment

NEW-CAZ 2/11/2011 4:04AM

Hope you have an amazing time Judy, safe journey Report Inappropriate Comment

GOOZLEBEAR 2/10/2011 10:57PM

Have a wonderful and safe trip and time there! Report Inappropriate Comment

NIGHTHAWLK 2/10/2011 10:43PM

wishing you a great trip. Report Inappropriate Comment

FLAME42 2/10/2011 10:35PM

This sounds fantastic, what a great experience. Wishing you a great trip, lots of learning, and some fun too. Report Inappropriate Comment

DEE107 2/10/2011 10:34PM

that is great ENJOY THE weather and do well learning the language too .. Can I go with you too Report Inappropriate Comment