Charlotte has its ups and downs May 2009

Moonset and Sunset over the Belize River Valley

I got up early on a cool March morning, as I tend to do, and opened my front door to this. It was the moon in full bloom, setting over the river valley in which I live. Ix Chel is the ancient Maya goddess of the moon and I felt very close to her that dawn.

I turned around and took a picture of the sunrise on the southeast side of my house.

Here's a sunset over the same lush valley in April. I am very close to the earth in my house on the hill. I feel very connected to the space in which I live. I am thankful everyday for the opportunities I have in my life.

Santa Elena, Cayo, Belize

Raining in May - It's the dry season!

Nonviolent Paths to Social Change - America.gov

Nonviolent Paths to Social Change - America.gov

Courage to do the ATM Cave

Actun Tunichil Muknal - the ATM Cave, has been one of those tour activities I knew I would choose not do. It is physically challenging - swimming, crawling, climbing pulling pushing, creeping, and hiking and walking. Not me - the aging hippie, Jason's mom, sedentary, overweight and prone to hurting myself while out of the country. Well, my Archaeology class decided we would go as a group to see what our professor was so excited about.

Here's a good posting from YouTube of the cave interior:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTNdWvx-0r8

ATM is by now, a well known sacred Maya cave, big and deep, way up in a river valley. Deep in the jungle of Belize, south of the village of Teakettle, the hiking trail runs along the Roaring Creek River.

Here are my photos and I'll add more as the others share their photos.

http://picasaweb.google.com/CUNBelize/ATMCave80209#

Testimonials from Clients, Friends and Family

Client Tesitmonials:

January 2009
How can you beat great efficiency and a bubbly personality combined?? Accolades to Cynthia Reece for making our search and acquisition of property in Belize almost painless. Most communication was via email which decreased expenses and increased response time. Her service was focused, courteous, professional, expeditious, and creative. The few problems we encountered were rectified in a reasonable period of time. Best of all, Cynthia is always cheerful and enthusiastic. Keep up the good work!!! George & Lynn Marra

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October 2008

"I would just like to say how friendly, honest and efficient Rainforest Realty have been in their dealings with me. Their knowledge of the area and market and their helpful, unbiased advice has been second to none. I would especially like to mention Cynthia, who was my direct contact, for her responsiveness and integrity. I strongly recommend anyone who wishes to buy or sell property in Belize to use them."
C Morgan, Portugal

Hippo and Tortoise

A recommendation from a Listing Client