well, i am now back from two of my trips: Mexico and Guatemala. the trips were incredible, they really changed my life. i love the culture that i experienced, and the capital cities of mexico and guatemala are so much fun, active, and interesting. now i'm all set for my trip to ecuador. i can't wait to go to its capital (Quito) and live there for 4 weeks. i thank God for letting all of this work out for me.