Danielle’s Reflection: Guatemala City and Antigua are absolutely beautiful. This is my first time going abroad and it is a complete culture shock. The city was a mix of modern and older looking buildings with the exception of the poverty stricken area of the city, which was an eye opening experience. I love being in Antigua. It took me completely by surprise how friendly the people are here. The town is adorable and I’m excited to continue the trip.
Naomi’s Observation: There are trees here that have leaves like grass, trees with round tops like a forest, trees with flowers bursting in orange, pink, purple and red. In Guatemala, when you smile, you get a smile and a wave back. The city with all its vibrancy at night looks like its strung with Christmas lights, happy all the time. The mountains and volcanoes stand back in the distance, mysterious but present. The sky was unusually clear, and the moon glowed bright as we walked through the cobblestone streets of Antigua. It’s a group of people that might not have ever met under other circumstances, despite attending the same university, but what an incredible way to get to know someone: with an open mind and a good-intentioned reason to bring us all together. Everybody is curious, cautious at first, but incredibly friendly. It seems like everyone is feeling the good vibe, and I have a feeling that this will be an unforgettable trip.
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