Learning Lessons in Guatemala
For the first leg of my sabbatical adventure, I set off without my trusty sidekicks. It was a little bit intimidating traveling to a land where I had a limited ability to speak the language, but I was confident in my planning and preparation. Guatemala is a beautiful country! I only saw a small part of the country, though, because the mountainous terrain and windy roads slow down travel significantly. I spent most of my time in San Pedro La Laguna, along the shore of Lake Atitlan, possibly the most beautiful lake in the world. In fact, author Aldous Huxley said, "It really is too much of a good thing." While I was in San Pedro for language school, I was able to explore other locations around Lake Atitlan. If I were to share all my memories, this post would be more like a book, so I am only going to share three favorite activities and two lessons learned by the shores of Atitlan. The best way to get to San Pedro is by boat Three Favorite Activities 1) Sunrise h