A BIG DAY

So Xela has proven to be both super educational and somewhat life-changing. After busting our butts with 5 hour long Spanish lessons for the week, Josh and I decided to hike the highest peak in Central America- Volcan Tajumulco. That´s right- the highest peak is actually a dorman Volcano!
Leaving at 4am for the hike, we both felt nervous and excited for what was to come. As we showed up at 6am, Josh, me, a 60 year old man and fellow Spanish student Barry, and Byron - our super energetic 40 something year old Guatemalteca guide began to ascend the peak. The winds were howling and we all felt the affects of the high altitude. Stopping periodically, gave us a chance to observe the astounding surrounds. We really were in the clouds!
As we got to the last leg, I began to really feel the strain of the hike and after 3 hours, we ascended to the top. Looking down at the world from 14000 feet was one of the greatest experiences I have ever had in my life. Josh had to have felt the same way because it was at that point when he decided to propose. He got down on one knee and for a second, I was like ¨Josh are you ok?¨ Then he asked me to marry him! I started to cry! I was really surprised! After four years we were finally engaged! I have to give it to Josh, I never actually thought he would propose and then he found the most romantic way in the world to propose. Probably one of the best, if not the best day of my life. Not only had we scaled the highest peak in Central America, but we were now engaged! So amazing.

Quetzaltenango, Guatemala