It was very difficult to leave home. I kept thinking "What are you getting yourself into?!" I was so comfortable at home and in my job. Now I'm living way down south with new people, a new job and a language barrier. I've been here almost 3 weeks and I'm starting to feel more comfortable but I always wake up knowing that I'm not exactly home. I live in a town in the state of Puebla called Tehuacan. Most people are very friendly. They like to greet you when passing by with a "Good morning" or "Good afternoon". I've finally figured out how to get to all the necessary places, which is nice. The zocalo (city center) is about a 25-30 minute walk from the house and that's always nice. Our house ( I share it with 4 other people) is right next door to a little convenience store which is...well...very convenient. There's also a taco stand across the street from us that sets up every night. I've had tacos from there twice and both times were pretty good. I usually make myself meals because then I know what I'm eating.
When I landed in Mexico City I went through customs which was pretty scary for a second. I wasn't sure if the lady was going to give me my 180 day stamp. Then when I went to get my luggage I couldn't find it! It was supposed to be at baggage claim 5! I eventually found it by baggage claim 3 when most people had already cleared out. The great thing about that airport was when going through security one last time I didn't have to take off my shoes or jacket! I exchanged the euros I'd had for so long to pesos and then got on the bus (which had wifi!) to Puebla. In Puebla I got on another bus to Tehuacan where two people were waiting for us to take us to the new house. All in all it was a good welcome to Mexico.
Here is a picture of my house. Don't be deceived by the outside, it's very modern inside.
