Glad you are back

Martin,
I enjoyed reading about your trips. Your mom is at school right now, but when she gets home she will be happy to know you are OK. You have had some fun times!

The truck's getting stuck in the mud reminded me about all our adventures in Botswana--especially the day we were coming home from Nxunicha.

Do you remember when we went horseback riding on our birthday in Bulawayo? It didn't sound like you were as sore this time as you were then!

When you saw The Mission, were there views that were the same as what you saw at Iguazu?

I love Guarana, and I am glad you got to try it. I can't believe that you all hadn't had mate yet. Don't uruguayos drink mate? Or just not at Casa ACU?

We went to Wal-Mart yesterday to look for a raincoat for Marcella (and suitcase and passport pouch). It seems like just a couple days ago I took you to get a raincoat before you took off for distant parts ...

Your mom and I were talking: Now that she has a job, we have a little more flexibility for the fall financially. You are still welcome to stay at home next year. But if you want to think about looking for another place to live, that is also OK. You need to think about what will be best for you.

I hope that your studies are going well (hint, hint).

Dad