Lisa Spence:  

Hello Folks, It's been a long time since we've sent an update. Normally it would be sent during the holiday season - but this year we had some distractions. For those of you who don't remember or don't know we're currently posted in Mexico City. Jeff is working in GSO, that's General Services for you non-government folks (warehouse, motor-pool, event scheduling/visitors) and I'm working in the Consular Section (just think visas). We're enjoying Mexico City very much. There's lot's to do and the Mexican people are lovely. The down side is the size of the Embassy - can be very impersonal - and the pollution and altitude result in continual nasal congestion and sleepiness. However, we both really like the people we work with and for. It's also been great being so close to our families. We've been able to make a couple of visits to California, Oregon, Washington and Florida in the last year. Also, two cross country trips between DC and the West Coast - where we've been able to catch up with friends and family. We a...Expand for more