Temperatures during the day soared to well over 100 degrees on several occasions with relative humidity extremely low. I would undoubtedly have perished from thirst, if not for the discovery of a delicious beverage favored by the indigenous people. It's called "beer."

Apparently, they make this "beer" by fermenting malted grain and adding the flowers of a strange vine called "hops." Sounds awful, I know, but it tastes delicious and is surprisingly refreshing. After the first "beer," you feel invigorated. After the second "beer," you feel inspired. After a third "beer," you find the good in all people. I found myself enjoying this "beer" every day of our trip. If you can find it where you live, I highly recommend that you give it a try.

Now I'll answer some questions.