On american soil after three years

Since we last visited our friends in the USA, three years have gone by. First came covid, Covid shut us all down for what seemed forever. Then came a scorching drout which killed crops and even trees in Paraguay and parts of Argentina. With these events our economies faced inflation, and higher gas prices. And for the past few months the war between Russia and Ukraine made the world very uncomfortable. The political situation in the US is also under turmoil. As we have been reconnecting face to face, we all look like survivors from some final armagedon battles.

Sitting down without a face mask and enjoying a cup of coffee with a friend is now a big deal. Personally I have come to appreciate these moments. Being alive after covid is a blessing in itself, and a priviledge.

We are currently on our home assigment, also called furlogh. We have been on the road for a few weeks. Driving the US roads is always a treat. I say treat, because as a general rule, people in the US follow signs and the roads are well marked and even smooth compared to Paraguayan roads. Besides, very seldom you will see a dog on the streets or dozens of small motorcycle passing you on either side of your vehicle.

We are traveling without the older kids, Marcos and Nicole. They stayed home in Paraguay, and are busy with school. Nancy continues working on her english language skills. She is becoming an international traveler. as we cover the miles. Anahi and Dominick are learning to get along in the hours sitting in the back seat. Both are doing well.

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