Denise's Oaxaca Service-Learning Blog

We're safely back in San Antonio, tired and sad, but we think returning home was the right decision. Our transport to the airport picked us up at 5:30 a.m., so we're all very tired. We bought a local newspaper on our way out of the hotel, and the images of the conflict were shocking. It felt surreal to think we were in the big middle of it. (Granted, we weren't on the streets, but we had a bird's eye view of the streets where the conflict was taking place. And, tear gas knows no boundary.)

After we rest, we'll post more of our impressions and thoughts. Right now, we're just thankful to be home. I, for one, hope that the situation improves quickly; however, our sources in Oaxaca said that a big march is planned for tomorrow (Friday), and teachers from different parts of Mexico are streaming into the capital to support their colleagues. I pray that the citizens of Mexico, both teachers and state police, stay safe.