Un Viaje a México

So, Lindsey and Jonathan came into town this week and we decided to take a quick trip down to Ensenada. Although I've been to Mexico many times, I have never driven through the country - so I was excited about the adventure! Our trip was complete with the consumption of carne asada tacos and churros, the enjoyment of "La Cucaracha" played by a Mariachi band and the purchase of a $5 Mexican-made blanket.

The best part of the day was when the Mariachi band came to our table to sing a song. We knew they would want us to pay them so Jonathan pulled out two dollars. They finished "La Cucaracha" and asked if we'd like to hear "La Bamba". After we agreed, the upright bass player quickly mentioned that each song would be $4. Rip off! If you've ever been to Mexico, you know you have to barter with the locals so I quickly said in Spanish, "No, two dollars per song." The men were not happy and they could see Jonathan was considering giving them more - so, they began pestering him. The accordion player urged him to pay more by bumping his shoulder repeatedly and saying "come on, come on." But, Jonathan stood his ground. The man was so upset that he decided to try a new tactic - intimidation - he turned and barked loudly in Jonathan's face. It was the strangest thing I've seen in a long time ... but we definitely got a good laugh out of it after the unsatisfied men finally left.

Psalm 111

So, I tried Audioblogger this evening . . .

Praise to God for His Faithfulness & Justice

Praise the LORD!
I will praise the LORD with my whole heart,
In the assembly of the upright and in the congregation.

The works of the LORD are great,
Studied by all who have pleasure in them.

His work is honorable and glorious,
And His righteousness endures forever.

He has made His wonderful works to be remembered;
The LORD is gracious and full of compassion.

He has given food to those who fear Him;
He will ever be mindful of His covenant.

He has declared to His people the power of His works,
In giving them the heritage of the nations.

The works of His hands are verity and justice;
All His precepts are sure.

They stand fast forever and ever,
And are done in truth and uprightness.

He has sent redemption to His people;
He has commanded His covenant forever:
Holy and awesome is His name.

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom;
A good understanding have all those who do His commandments.
His praise endures forever.

- Psalm 111

Two Are Better Than One

I am excited to announce that my very good friend Lindsey (on the left) is not only coming to San Diego to visit this week but she is also engaged!

It seems like only yesterday that we were ten year-old girls having sleepovers ... time flies! **Congratulations Lindsey and Jonathan!**

I am SO thankful for lasting friendships!! What a blessing it is to spend time with someone who appreciates you, laughs with you, cries with you, loves you, and prays for you ...

Just this evening I was able to spend the evening with Robbie and Fiona. We wanted to eat at a restaurant we had never been to before so we traveled through Escondido in search of a quaint Italian eatery. We finally found a little place called "Joe's Italian Cuisine" where we enjoyed a meal of lasagna and chicken alfredo - it was delicious!
Nothing beats quality time with quality friends!

So, thank you Fiona, Robbie, Joy (on the right) and Lindsey, and the many others who have impacted my life and made me who I am today. Thank you for all the memories and for the time, love and energy you have poured into my life ... I love you!!

"Two are better than one,
because they have a good reward for their labor.
For if they fall, one will lift up his companion ...
Though one may be overpowered by another, two can withstand him.
And a threefold cord is not quickly broken."
- Ecclesiastes 4:9, 10 & 12