A very hot day in the Yucatán yesterday exploring the remains at Kabah and Uxmal along the “Ruta Puuc,” which is a circle of Mayan ruins surrounding the city of Mérida. We took a tour, because it's the easiest way to get to various sites without renting a car, and we lucked into having a guide who was fairly expert on Mayan symbology–which probably had something to do with him being a Mayan himself. Striking to us Spanish speakers to hear two people speaking to each other for a few moments before we realize that we don't understand a word they're saying. For many of the people here, especially for those from out of the city of Mérida itself, Maya is the first language. We've managed to pick up a few words, including, at Kris' insistence, me learning how to say, “My wife is very beautiful.”
Ok…so how do you say “My wife is beautiful.” Jim needs to catch up on that one! Love the pic!
Corrine, according to our new friend Javier, it’s “In uatané tah ki’itchkelem.” Try saying it three times real fast.