Panama City Adventure!

Today we went into Panama City to see where certain things are and learn how to navigate the city. For instance, where would we go for lab work and where would we go to the hospital. So we did a lot of walking, which was a nice contrast to days of sitting, but man PC is still hot. I think I feel it's hotter than Santa Rita because in SR, I sit under shade and in PC, there's limited shade as you walk about the big city. Things have developed even more since I was here 2? years ago. They have a metro now. Very nice! Only one line on it but it's great. Reminds me of NYC and DC but better Bc it's so smooth. No jolting! We also rode a metro bus, which was like exactly the same as dc metro buses. Same stop system and everything. And the buses and metros use the same cards - similar to a smart trip! Only difference - you can also use the card to pay the .25 to use the bathroom.
So we did our tasks, stopped at the mall, and we went to a nice grocery store. I'm pleased because they sold various things that I could want to buy eventually. So many Americans there, so that was funny. Then once it all was completed, we stopped near Casco Viejo and we drank and ate at a brewery. I got a mojto. Tom Flynn would approve of it. It was good.
I'm trying my best not to share drinks with people but geez, it's tough since everyone is like - can I try it? It's just a matter of time until we all catch the same illness! I am going to have to get serious on saying no to people asking to share drinks. I'm not trying to get sick!
After the brewery restaurant, I went home with a group around 7. I knew the buses ran til like 10, but we live far from the city so I didn't want to risk not getting home.
During our scavenger hunt - I was in charge of calling in the answers and then I was told by our safety lady that I should be home by 5..... And that I had to text when I got home with my group..... It was nuts. Our curfew on weekends is 11 to our host families and we were never told we had to return earlier. You can't just decide that oh and by the way- you must leave the city immediately.... When that was never told to us in advance. Plus, it's Panama City, not like idk? Tijuana? It's safe and nice and the only concern is transportation,  and we all sorted it out. I actually texted mi mama to tell her I was on my way home and her reaction was "ok." Aka why are you telling me? Ha hilarious.
My host family's daughter is visiting today. My mama's birthday is Monday so I think that's why. She's pregnant! It's exciting! Looking forward to r&r tomorrow!