Ah man, feels good to be in a big city! Yeah, I've been feeling homesick. I miss my family, my friends, and especially my dog, Pepe. I knew it'd hit me someday. Anyway, I'm currently in the city of Merida, located in the Mexican Yucatan close to the Gulf coast. I'm staying in a hostel that is right across the street from the downtown plaza (Plaza Grande) where all the action is. On Sunday, the city had their weekly festival at the plaza. They had food, music, street performers, tons of people, and a good vibe. This city is full of good energy. The people are very friendly. I like it here. I gave in to the modern world and went to the cinema to see an American Hollywood movie. I had too! I went to
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