G*U*A*T*E*M*A*L*A

Last week we went on a trip to Guatemala with Bryan's parents, Rick-his brother, some friends-Dave, Lindsay and Stan. We had a great time. We were able to see a lot of the country as well as some of the areas where Bryan served his mission. My favorite quote of the trip was from Bryan---we pulled into a place that resembled more of a farm than a hotel's boat dock that would be taking us to our ocean-front, beach bungalow. He simply stated "They made it look really good on the Internet." It was actually pretty nice once we arrived to the actual bungalow. Sometimes the best things are a little hidden, I guess!
Everything was pretty smooth sailing except for a few "minor" incidents such as Bryan's dad's camera being stolen and being held at gun point a block away from the hotel! :) Memories were definitely made!
We really did have a good trip, but are grateful to be home (or at least on the move to a new home)...

Arch in Antigua with the volcano in background
Steve, Bryan's dad thought this was his favorite stop-
even with his camera being stolen here.

Beautiful Cathedral in Antigua

The Crew

Overlooking Antigua

I was glad we were on our way out of town when we saw this!

The farm/hotel that we found after the descriptive
instructions we received, "after our third speed bump,
tan shed, 5th cow, etc"

Our trusty captain with Dave...they took us
down this canal to where it met the ocean and
a little island - where we found our bungalows.





It actually turned out to be quite nice!
I loved the hammocks!




Bryan captured the sunset from our porch

Dave * Bryan * Rick
Lake Atitlan behind them. This lake is rumored
to be the Waters of Mormon. There are villages
around the lake with the names of the 12 apostles
to help support the theory.

They are able to carry much more by simply, literally using their heads

Bryan's apartment while on his mission

This guy just made me laugh with his aggresive posture...

Couples only picture at Tikal :)

Tikal-Mayan Ruins

Flying monkeys!!!

At Tikal they let you climb up most of the ruins
where you have an amazing view over the jungle

Is the view worth it??? ( I would vote, yes)

On our way back after the canopy tour. At this point
in the trip, the guys with guns were friendly.