I try not to worry about safety in this country. Childish as it may sound, feigned ignorance gave me the courage to walk through the treacherous streets of North West DC at all hours during my 4 years of undergrad; in spite of the fact that my roommate had been held at gun point, and our neighbors had been robbed. But that was my life in DC. What does make me safer is the concern and support of my community.

So one year has come and gone since my arrival in Mexico. I have decided to write a little list of my favorite times that I have spent since living in this beautiful country. I know most are inside jokes but they are all very fond memories of mine that are placed in no particular order. Christmas with Jill, Arpan, and some other great friends. Dia de Guadalupe-Way to much pulque, a sketch doctor, a hay ride, and lots of singing.

One step at a time! A peek into my life. the trials and tribulations as well as the victories. Wednesday, October 9, 2013. Wednesday, July 13, 2011. What a difference a year makes. May 2010 I underwent foot surgery. took 5 or 6 weeks off of work to recover. August 2010 I am officially LAID off after weeks of mistreatment. HALLELUJAH! Fast Forward 1 Year. And right this moment, I am writing to you from the German countr.