Morning in the Mountains

One of my favorite places to hang out in El Salvador is in Perquin. I think there are two reasons for this. One: The volunteers that have been there during my two years have all been great friends of mine and; Two: The mountains remind me of Colorado. It doesn't hurt that because of the higher altitude, the weather is much cooler. There is something fantastic about sleeping in a pullover and snuggled up in a sleeping bag.

Also, morning in the mountains is beautiful, especially when you wake up at 6am like I do. My friends Krystal and Daniel have a great house that has a stellar view of a mountain range from their front door. I know pictures never do the mountains justice, but I snapped one anyhow. I really enjoy standing in their front door drinking coffee in the morning and just staring out at the mountains.

Morning at Krystal and Daniel's is always made better by the presence of Lantis, the boxer that belongs to the owner of the nearby hotel. She's a playful little thing that has taken to Daniel and Krystal, and spends most of her time hanging out at their house. She also enjoys mornings sitting in the doorway looking out at the mountains.

I'm going to miss these slow, quiet mornings when I'm not in El Salvador anymore.