Pictures and a Book

(Since I am no longer in Belize...and I think I exhausted all possible corny phrases with the word "Belize" in them, I am resorting to more ordinary titles.)

Just a quick note to say that I posted some pics from Guatemala on Facebook, so check my profile to see some. The ones from Belize will be up shortly!

I am continually immersed in Belize history and learning, as I am reading a book called "The Last Flight of the Scarlet Macaw," by Bruce Barcott. I recommend it if you would like to learn more about Belize! It's about Sharon Matola, who founded the Belize Zoo, and her fight to stop the Challilo dam from being built in Belize. The effects of the dam would wipe out the breeding ground of scarlet macaws, one of the most beautiful birds possible in the world, as well as a lush habitat for many more of Belize's native animals. It goes into a lot of the political intrigue as well as the culture and climate of the country...very interesting! It's neat to be able to picture a lot of the places they mention in the book, since I was just there!