Abi's Deep Dive

It’s been a busy few weeks. (I wonder if there’ll be a few weeks when that’s not the case!) I’ve started my Dive Master course, the theory anyway. I’m hoping to start the practicals soon too. A few participants had a wobble which took some time to pick through, it was hard to see them struggling and I was definitely glad of my previous experience supporting people. We get some really great participants here, and the combination of a new lifestyle, being so far from home and being challenged in ways you’ve never experienced can be life changing. I know, I felt it too, and came back! I hope I helped them manoeuvre some big feelings and that the rest of their time here will be truly fulfilling.
My son has moved into a new home, I feel emotional being so far away when I’ve always tried to be hands on with help when it’s been needed. Seeing him can’t come soon enough. This has been compounded by someone I know dying at home, and one of my best friends going to support their adult child whose partner has cancer. I feel a long way from home and the people who I’ve known and love. It’s also a reminder that life is short.
I love hearing from home, and it was great to hear from my bestie who had booked a cruise before I got offered the job here. She will be a 4hour drive south of here with her fabulous chap for one day only next month. I am determined to get a day off so I can give her the biggest hug!!
I am so thankful that I’ve had this opportunity, I love Mexico and I am so lucky to have met some really wonderful people. Last year I was back home by now so I’m enjoying seeing how autumn is here, and looking forward to some things I missed last year: bull shark season, Día de los muertos (will I be brave enough to share a photo of my mum at the base ofrendas?) and spending Christmas in Holbox!
For now I’m going to get an early night and hopefully dream of home. Sending you all my love.

Abi