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       Visiting Guatemala has been a grounding, and humbling experience. The strength within the heart of the country  inspires me to follow the same progress and dedication to faith and productivity. Many of the people follow by nature the Four Toltec Agreements, the agreement within themselves to be immpeccable with their words, to guard their character and maintain a positive frame of mind by not taking things personally and not assuming another's intentions enough to take them personally, as well as always accepting the best within themselves and others.     In every aspect of life, there is a freedom within the individual empowered and sustained by their faith in God, in Creation, in the natural forces of the elements around and within them. Lago Atitlan is a profound center of commerce, community, and life. Even the packs of dogs become friends with you, mostly for your food, however as many are well fed they seem to become the guardians of each ...

My Cousin Crystal and her mom, weeks before the wedding! Cayala, Guatemala      The journey so far as been familair yet exciting and new! As I ran into my family at the airport, I felt this divine reassurance that all was within perfect alignment, and that though I did not have a plan quite formulated for exactly what I was here to do, I knew it would unfold as perfectly as the river flows through the land. I absolutely loved seeing all of the indigenous Guatemalan, Mayan people outside of the airport waiting for their families, in their distinct, and brightly colored  telas tipicas , and even more so how honest and pure they seemed at heart. It reminded me of my own honesty, and my own purity. As I wish to live outside of the bounds of those things that oppress us within our own minds, I find that any animosity or class establishment, from either and any side, washes away to etenral love when I simply smile and hold my chin high, as I believe I am a symbol of freedo...