Monday, July 28, 2008

Mexico Adventures continued.....

Para-sailing was a thrill. Each of us took our turn to be pulled up into the air by a boat in the water. The whole time I had to think only good thoughts, such as singing "A whole new world", just to take my mind off of what could possibly happen if a rope was to break. It was a rush and even though I was 5 and a half months pregnant, it was refreshing and a very smooth ride.




One of our wildest times was on the dune buggies. It was a humid day so it was refreshing to get wet and muddy while having a blast. We drove through town and into the jungle. We stopped at a waterfall for a swim to cool off and continued on through the crazy puddles of mud and water. Josh had no justice, he floored the gas and we were muddy from head to toe.














Another activity we totally enjoyed was a day on the ocean. Our guide led us through the jungle on foot, we climbed to a beautiful waterfall, snorkeled and saw another life under the ocean, broke open a cocnut and drank, swam at different amazing stops along the way, fished and much much more was packed into our daily excursion on boat.










We were pleasured to enjoy the company of the friendly iguana. Josh fed it a red flower and we were amazed with each step it took.


Then of course we had our romantic breakfast's right on the beach. The food was excellent, yet we had to always drink bottled water and I stayed away from the meat there.

The last day we were in Mexico, we ate the finest food. It was seafood, and Josh and I shared a platter. It was delicious and we all left extreemly full.

Leavitt Family Trip to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Our awesome parents flew each of out to Puerto Vallarta for the most amazing family trip ever. We had a blast everyday.
We stayed at a beautiful resort, right off the beach. It was perfect! This was the view from our porch. We got to sleep in the most comfy beds and had exceptional room service, where the maids would come in at night and pull back the sheets and leave chocolate for us. The service in Mexico was exceptional, I think it was because they work for the tips and their lives are very poor outside of the resort in which they work.



The resort that we stayed at offered evening entertainment. It was fun listening to the upbeat mexican music. The colors everywere are bright and vibrant. It was fun to be surrounded by a totally different culture.

We also went to the church there. It was crazy seeing it all fenced off, only about 20 memebers and just how strong they had to be, because there were hardly any members there. These kind of branches make us Utahans really contemplate the reality of the world and how much missionary work really needs to be done.

The weather in Mexico was so hot and humid that we swam and played many games of vollyball in the pool everyday. Talk about competative games....they were fun. It has sure changed, now that we have so many fun bother in-laws that are out to win. We have been so blessed to have such great in-laws. They are all so great and we all get along so well. I love how the boys can all go do their thing and us, sisters can enjoy eachother together. I have such amazing sister, they each are so different, yet I have the best time with them and I consider them my best friends.



We spent a few of our days on the beach. The water was not the cleanest or clearest, yet it was the warmest and had the biggest waves. Josh and I love the beach, it is one of our favorites.

This is probebly our last trip were we are a couple, without a child. So we enjoyed it to the max, yet we are still eager to have our little stud, James, to come and join us in the fun.

Along the side of the beaches were sculptures that were handmade. They were very impressive. These were my favorite, they are so detailed.



We all stuck together in certain areas, protecting our money and cameras. We took the 55 passo (55 cent) bus to most of our destinations, they let us really experience the true way of life for all the people there. The drivers there are crazy, impatient and dangerous.


We also spent some afternoons at the Mexican markets, barganing on the best prices. That was Mike's favorite thing to do, he considered himself skilled. Seeing all those people in their shops tring to sell their items, made me very gratful to live in America, were there is lots of opportunity and money. As I saw children and mothers beg for money, it really got to me. As Josh and I gave money and food to these people, it was touching to see how such a small deed brought smiles to their faces. I wish we could have done more, it breaks my heart to see people struggle and beg for the things we take for granted everyday.
We enjoyed the great Mexican grub restarants, right on the beach. Drinking our Pina Coloda's, eating our salsa and chips and basking in the sun with the whole family was delightful.
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