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August 2002 Starfish Trek Episode 10:
Memories
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(This
post was inspired by someone's statement regarding the
appearance of Xcalak)
I was
also quite surprised after driving almost 3000 miles to
get here. I knew not to expect a lot and at first glance
it appeared to be much less than what I had expected.
After being here for a little over 40 days, I realize
how very wrong my first impression was. I no longer use
the terms, "backward, primitive, impoverished, or
unimpressive" in my assessment of this place. It
is simply "unspoiled in every way." Life here
is the same as the big city of Houston, only different.
The term, "southern hospitality" describing
the warmth of the people in the southern part of the US
is eclipsed by the community of Xcalak. Sure they don't
have a lot of money or infrastructure but, what they lack
in all of that is dwarfed by their warmth, friendliness,
generosity and peaceful coexistence with nature. Be warned,
it is highly contagious! These people and this place,
on first look, may very well give you a feeling that you
have entered a shabby little town. The true beauty of
this area and people is what they are very wealthy in;
unspoiled jungle, beaches and crystal clear waters, all
brimming with plants, animals and the earth providing
shelter, sustenance, and perhaps a view of what heaven
will be in an afterlife. I salute the wonderment of Xcalak
and all who reside here. Should you decide to visit, take
a deep breath upon arrival and marvel in the fact that
such an unspoiled place still exists while it still does!
Take only
memories. Leave only bubbles.
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