It's just cultural

Enjoying the mud and cold water at the ocean

There have been many conversations in our house about how life is different in Honduras. And usually it comes down to the fact that, It's - not right - it's not wrong - it's just different ---- It's cultural. Life in Honduras is different and that is OK.

Now, being in the states these last few weeks I have realized something. Life in the states is different. It's not right - it's not wrong - it's just different ---- It's cultural. I have been able to slide back into life in the states because that's been my norm my whole life. My kids on the other hand, are discovering and becoming a part of another culture. The culture in the states is not necessarily what my kids are used to anymore. (and yes, I am really ok with it).

Here are some fun differences:



He might be driving down the street without
any clothes on :)

It is normal for the power to go out often in Honduras - so Isaac just announces "powers back on" whenever he hears a frig. turn on.

Both kids are a little put out that they have to wear bike helmets whenever riding. Isaac down right refused one day.

We are freezing!!! need I say more?

Isaac doesn't understand why in the world he has to wear clothes - even underwear - He thinks it is completely appropriate to be naked all day.

Also, the rule at Granny and Papa's house is that - if you must pee outside, it HAS to at least happen in the backyard.

Just because Mountain Dew is available, does not mean you can have it for every meal - Hannah



We may not be in Honduras but that does not mean it is safe to walk to 7-11 by yourself. - Hannah

Walmart may have 8 Aisles of toys and 300 different options of cars but that doesn't make it any easier to make decisions - sometimes, only having one option is a good thing



SLURPEES!!!

Isaac loves watching the toilets at Walmart automatically flush. - He squeals and giggles every time

We still look for the filtered water whenever we go to fill up our water bottles :)

Hannah will be telling a story then look at me, " mom what's that word in English? I forgot"

Hannah feels uncomfortable in just spaghetti strap tank tops.

Policemen are friends in the states - this isn't a 'normal' thing in Honduras. Isaac was a bit nervous around Jeremie's friends. He loved all of the fire trucks and police cars though - 'the weo, weo's'

Isaac was very disappointed when papa turned on the 'football' game and soccer didn't show up



I love both of our cultures. I love laughing at ourselves. I love watching my kids grow and learn.
 I love our blend of cultures - Catringos (Catracha/Gringa or Honduran/American)

can you just feel the happiness?
Slurpee heaven

Enjoying the cold lake with friends -
hot chocolate anyone?