My travel story of today takes place quite near to home, only a 45 minute drive. On the road from Tegus to Valle de Angeles, at a restaurant located on a beautiful property, called Los Cuatro Vientos or the Four Winds.
One of my dear friends from elementary school who now lives in the States, came home after two years, and we planned a get together with our classmates to touch base and celebrate birthdays. After coming and going with plans, we finally decided to meet this last Saturday for a late lunch at Los Cuatro Vientos and then, we would go to another friend's house near Las Tres Rosas , to take in the sunset as he has an amazing view.
I have been extremely blessed with my friends from school, some of which have I have known for over 35 years now... a lifetime... Life brought us together in a classroom but our friendship is now what keeps us close, more than 20 years after our high school graduation.
This last week I spent a lot of time with my school friends , and these are just some reasons why I am so glad I did:
1. Even though life has literally taken us in the direction of the Four Winds, we are still very close... We genuinely care for each other, and because of this I am blessed. It is hard for all of us to meet, even those of us that live here in Tegucigalpa, but we have so much fun when we do meet . And yes , we always think of those that are far, and we truly miss you guys !
2. Looking back when we are together, after so many years, it is only posible to realize how much we have grown and this is always encouraging, but at the same time, when I meet these dear friends of mine, I become aware of my essence , of the person I have always been- and was, way back in the day ; and always will be- and it makes me smile :) .
3. We keep growing as life has brought boyfriends, girlfriends , husbands , wives and children to our class and it is beautiful to get to know them and make them a part of the new memories we are making .
4. There is no better feeling than talking to and laughing with your sisters & brothers from another mother
5. Friendship is a great therapy, it energizes you , it´s the perfect excuse for going out or traveling. Call your friends this week, go out, think of them , pray for them. Tell them you love them and appreciate them.
Meet your friends at Los Cuatro Vientos, and while you are there , order choripanes with tamarind micheladas, or their delish fruit juices, & enjoy the amazing view. A great travel moment and memory is sometimes, only a 45 minute drive away.
