Is now available on the 'Nearby Places' page. Nathan and I put off going there for a long time because we have only ever heard how horribly touristy it is. Well, this week after Christmas seems to be a national vacation week and since town has been so crowded, we thought "Hey..why not?" and made our way to the island along with all the tourists in Patzcuaro. It turned out to be really fun...fun because we like people watching and there were oh-so-many to watch struggling up the hill! The views were pretty, the boat ride pleasant and piña coladas and margaritas plentiful. The sheer number of tourists on that little island was probably the most spectacular part of it all. However, the highlight of the day was talking to the little boys selling Chiclets, souvenirs and whatever else you would buy from them..
One boy (15) was learning English in school and was brave enough to try and talk with us. It´s always so stimulating and quite adorable to see other people get excited about the idea of practicing their english on us..young and old. Alas, the boy´s english was restricted to saying his name and what his favorite (insert whatever) was, so our conversation continued in spanish.
These poor kids were so desperate to sell trinkets or candy for what amounts to less than a dollar, it was quite depressing. They walk around asking everyone if they want this or that and nobody wants it...frustrating and tiring for young boys, some of which were only 8 or 9 years old. It makes you thankful for what you have and the childhood you led...
Anyhow, I posted pictures and a general synopsis of island´s features on the Nearby Places page. Enjoy.
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