Because I Can!

I have computer access, so I thought I would check in. We made it to Mendoza, Argentina after 24 hours in a bus. (Our bus had engine problems, we think overheating, which slowed us down a bit. It was repaired ok.) The bus is a pretty nice way to travel. Much more room than an airplane. We sat on the top of a double decker bus. And we got our first view of the Andes!!!

We arrived in Mendoza around noon, checked into our hotel, and went to find some food. The restaurant we picked had outdoor tables which was really nice, because it was a gorgeous day, but the service was definitely moving at South American speed, which was unfortunate because we were really hungry. After lunch Jennifer, Chelsea, Kelsey, and I checked on our bus tickets for tomorrow and made reservations for us to go white water rafting.

After showering, we spent the rest of the afternoon in a HUUUUUGGGGEEE park, as in it is almost as big as the city itself. They had a beautiful rose garden, which we took all sorts of pictures in. There was a gathering with people talking in microphones. All of a sudden I realized I recognized what they were saying... There is one set of Spanish instructions I know well.... Aerobics! There was an outdoor aerobics class going on. It was really funny!

After hanging out by a lake with Chelsea and Anne, we met with the group and found someplace to eat again. We were super hungry by the time we ate at eight-thirty. We followed with ice cream and got to sit outside and eat it. Did I mention the weather is gorgeous? Now we are hanging out at the hotel, getting ready to go to bed soon, mas or menos...

It has been a good start to our trip!