Arriving in San Miguel

Arriving in San Miguel

It was the quickest flight into Mexico yet, from Providence, through Atlanta, Georgia and right into Leon - and as easy as flying anywhere. Just as Martha, our rental agent promised, Ignacio was there to greet us. Getting a few pesos at the airport ATM was easy, then we were on our way. Another hour (plus) journey in the full moon lit sky and we were safely delivered to our new home (well ok, just for the month). No cows on the road, although, I think David may have wondered where the heck I was taking him this time. 

The view from our casa on Piedras Chinas

The location of our 2bdrm casa, above the Jardin, is terrific - plenty of space, a great view of el Centro and little traffic. We woke up the first morning to the church bells ringing and the sight of hot air balloons dotting the landscape over the city. I was so excited, I almost had to pinch myself. After two years of vowing I'd come back, I'm here - and being welcomed by a parade of colorful balloons. 

Picking up a newspaper and having a good mexican breakfast were top of the list, so we headed to the library and nearby cafe. Since it was Saturday, what a better way to get some much needed fruit and yummy comida than to head to the organic market. Of course we dilly-dallied our way, meandering the narrow cobble stone streets, people watching and practicing Spanish greetings, "Hola, Buenos Dias". Rosetta Stone, don't fail me now. 

That tattered little map came in handy, folding and unfolding, folding and unfolding. We picked up organic honey, jam and bread, listened to music, and had some bean filled fresh tortillas and hibiscus tea. A great introduction to San Miguel for David. The community atmosphere was sweet and we talked to residents about their favorite places, stores, restaurants. 

Our new splash of color

Working for David, via internet, took some figuring out. It can be done easily with the connections we have, plus Skype, which we both purchased minutes from. We forgot a power cord, so the images in this blog, at least for now will have to be taken by cell phone. 

We took the first couple days orienting ourselves to San Miguel, hearing a guest lecturer on climate change at the UU church, tripping along the annual alternative art fair and making our first purchase, a hand woven area rug for our happy room at home - love it. While David works, I will continue to find interesting things to do, take an art class, volunteer my time, learn about this beautiful city and make new acquaintances. Together we will see pyramids, visit hot springs, travel the surrounding area, go to art exhibits, run in the park and taste the best food in San Miguel. Now that we are settled in, I will try to write every day.  Stay tuned!