Mexico

We went to Mexico while the boys were in school today. My mom sent us with a long list of things we need to buy before we go to Utah later this week. We love to go to Mexico and will use any excuse we can. It still amazes me how different life is on each side of the this river. I thought the mighty Rio Grande would've been bigger than it really is.
There is a little town, Progresso, close by, that caters to American tourists. You can find anything there. Things are brought from all over Mexico and sold by street vendors. There were a lot of Winter Texans (seniors who spend their winter here enjoying the sunshine) out shopping today probably because the sun was out and it was almost 80°.

A few years ago, I saw some missionaries talking to a street vender. They introduced me to him, for he is the Branch President in this town. He has a little jewelry stand. Now, whenever I need jewelry, I buy only from him. He is a nice man and always has a smile.

It will be hard to leave this place. I wanted to take a picture of the streets with all the vendors, but I don't think the picture would do it justice. It is the experience. I love the music blaring, the sound of people bartering, the smells, and the sights. I wish I could buy the whole town and take it with us wherever we go.