December 8, 2017

10. The Puerto Vallarta Airport has been beautifully remodeled only they didn't finish it. Loose wires dangle from the aluminum tubes exposed from the open ceiling.

9. Dozens of people stand on the side of the walkway as we exit customs, offering free tequila and the opportunity to buy a timeshare.

8, When we walk out from the air-conditioned airport we are wrapped in a sultry heat that smells of corn tortillas and lard.

7. The hotel elevator is broken and we are on the fourth floor. It breaks down five more times before they finally get it fixed.

6. Iguanas and crocodiles are our new neighbors.

5. We are awake for most sunrises and they are spectacular to witness.

4. A young Mexican woman gives up her seat for me when the bus is full.

3. The streets sing with music.

2. Sunday church service is packed and the entire congregation breaks out in song, giving me goosebumps.

1. Cadenza purrs through the water.