Everyday Warrior
J-is-for-Jamaica: otherwise known as the Hibiscus flower and commonly referred to as Roselle. This wonderful flower is a great way to drink as hot or cold tea!
One of the best things about living in a different culture than what you’re used to are [Read more…]
I-is-for-Iguanas: The water park not the lizard. This past Sunday we spent the day at the pool. The sun was shining and the water inviting! Plus the food was amazing – I love fish! It was a day well spent.
We searched for our suits, towels, and of course the sun screen. Packed everything up and jumped in the truck. Family time [Read more…]
H-is-for-Hamaca Style! Most people when they hear the word hammock they first think of the beach. Sand at your feet, ocean in view, and maybe even a nice breeze – just the right setting to rock yourself to sleep.
Well in my living room I for sure don’t have the beach, unless maybe we are watching one on the T.V. but we do have a hamaca! I can put my feet up and relax anytime I want (well, after all my work is done).
G-is-for-Guava: A power house fruit. I had never heard of a guava before my move out of the USA. However this smaller, round or oval shaped fruit is very common in Honduras.
When ripe the guava smells great, is sweat, and soft. They range in [Read more…]
F-is-for-Fibromyalgia – what? Yes, a long word that I usually shorten to Fibro. As my doctor stated, “The good thing is it won’t kill you. The down side is it hurts like heck.”
So what is this Fibro? The dictionary defines it as: A chronic disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and tenderness in localized areas. Sounds like a mouthful [Read more…]
E-is-for-Escuela: “School in another country,” they all said. Yep, that was exactly the plan. After moving to Honduras my daughters had to be enrolled in the escuela. Luckily the school that they attend is only a 5 minute walk from our house. I love it!
Public or private for your [Read more…]
D-is-for Don & Doña: What to call your in-laws? When I got married this is the exact question I asked my husband. As I was entering a very different culture he kindly said, “If it were me I would use Don & Doña.”
Ever since forming our family I have wanted to respect my suegros by giving them a title in front of their first name as they do here. Whenever I speak to my suegra I call her Doña Haydee. For my suegro I mention him by Don Celio [Read more…]
Hola all the way from Honduras! I am glad to be participating, for the first time, in The Ultimate Blog Party 2014 (April 4th -11th). I hear it’s a blast – so let’s have fun!
I am the happy mother of 3 wonderful daughters. In just over a month [Read more…]
C-is-for Copán: Located in the northwestern part of Honduras. It is one of the 18 departments (like states in the USA) that make up this small country. The Department & City of Ruins share the border with Guatemala and is known for Archaeological Mayan history.
Even though this area of Honduras is known for the Ruins [Read more…]
B-is-for-Baleada: Did someone say baleadas? Oh yes, my daughters are right there for this Honduran food! In fact my youngest will choose a baleada (or 2) over devouring a hamburger. The great part – they are fast and simple.
What is a baleada? There is no English translation for this particular breakfast, lunch, or dinner option. Simply they are made of a flour tortilla, beans (refried), cheese, and mantequia (Honduran version of sour cream). You can add all sorts of other items to make the baleada your own. Some yummy ideas could be: [Read more…]