Sing it Bruce...

Born in the Usaaaah...

I never thought it would feel soo different. I mean, Mexico is very americanised by South American standards, McD, Starbucks, Big Malls ... it's all there. But arriving in Houston, i was hit by the spectacle of over-consumerism that reigns there. To be fair to Houston, unless you plan on visiting NASA there's not much else to do here (sorry). So that is exactly what I have been doing - (window) shopping.

But let's go back a few days. I said goodbye to my colleagues and my friends and welcomed my mum to the jungle of D.F. We spend a few days getting over her jet lag, staying in a posh 5 star hotel (oh..dorms will be tough after this!) and getting a massage :) . We then braved the horrendous and infamous traffic and hit the road in our rented car (people, you would have been proud!). My suggested itinerary over a little over 5 days was DF to San Miguel de Allende, to Guanajuato, to Morelia, to Taxco ...back to DF. All this probably means nothing to most , but all I can say (now having seen it) is that is it amazingly beautiful. We stopped in beautiful and picturesque colonial towns, soaking up the atmosphere and enjoying the typical Mexican hospitality (have i mentionned how mexicans are the NICEST pple ever!). It was a little bit like Thelma and Louise - but without Brad or the chase.

I feel lucky being able to do something like this with my mum. We had a great time and shared many many laughs together.

It ended all too soon and before I knew it I was at the airport boarding a Continental flight. I was genuinely sad to leave Mexico. The people, the city, the work, the friends I have made ... all have made this one of the best experience possible.

But now for something a little different. I met up with my Dad in Houston and have enjoyed spending time with him (although given the work schedule (his) this hasn't amounted to that much...) and well shopping with mum (you gotta love the dollar!).

Next move - going to see one of my closest friends TOMORROW!!! I am very excited and we will be celebrating our big 3o together. PARTY-PARTY-PARTY-

Raaaah...bring on life after 3o!