Journal Mxico Aug 23. Dry although the land slides had quite a bit of water in them. We worked the area we had worked before - a north facing slope east of the road. We then explored the area beyond the end of the road. Again, many wet landslides, but no Chiripes. The Tlaxines were found in rotten logs. Returned to Orizaba in a heavy rain. Ate at the Hotel de France on the main street. We had stayed here the year before. The waiter seemed to remember us. They are really friendly. Had a great meal and a couple of Negra Modellos. The meals are still about the same price in pesos, so we are eating well with our dollar currency. It is so nice to return to Mexico and especially those places like the Hotel de France. If I could speak the language, it would add so much. Having fun with Dan. So much more relaxed than with Dave Waldo. Looks like a good trip! Aug 24 Dan and I got up early and skipped breakfast so as to allow plenty of time to get to Xonotla.