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Holy moly I have so much stuff to say about this 24 year old women. HAPPY BIRTHDAY it’s been about 10 years since I have first layer my eyes on you. And still get the same feeling I did the first time every time. I’m so excited for the future and for our life’s together. Love ya long time @oliviaa.marron by @jonlukevdv

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Whole lotta love this year. Whole lotta memories. Whole lotta hardships. That’s what makes life so beautiful in my opinion.
May this next year bring love n peace. by @jonlukevdv

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A trip I’ll remember for all of eternity. Not only for its beauty but for all the good memories and people I got to meet. Having the opportunity to travel with the love of my life changed my perspective on this thing we call earth. I’m so grateful to have a women who is a boss my best friend and my lover. taken in Oaxaca City by @jonlukevdv

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Monte Albán 🤯

While it's unfortunate that slave labor was likely enforced to achieve the completion, the way this community was able to thrive for over 1,500 years is truly amazing. The Zapotec capital was literally hand carved out of this mountain.

Not only were they able to thrive; they aligned their temples with the 5 cardinal directions and the North Star.

I admire that the earth and her natural elements were not only resembled through this architecture, they were widely celebrated! Whether it was the equinox, the zenith, the solstice, people gathered here to honor and celebrate. One of the buildings exactly aligns with the zenith and when it occurs, light illuminates the room through the hole in the ceiling!

human sacrifice was very prominent here and it was believed by the Zapotecs that death was the beginning of the rest of your life. Traditionally, one way these sacrifices took place was to ensure a good season full of plentiful crops and to be chosen for the sacrifice was a symbol of honor and dedication to the community.

Typically, those who were sacrificed began this initiation by drinking heavily or taking a heavy dose of mushrooms. Then after singing and dancing, a large cut was made near the ribs and the heart was ripped out of the persons body. The brain usually has activity after this so you can imagine what that experience would've been like for the individual giving their life for their people.

Our tour guide, Miguel, explained that human sacrifice is still prominent today and cultural relevance is key to understanding/respecting the Zapotecs way of life. For example, people in the "US" sacrifice their lives to fight for their country, samurai's preform seppuku and around the world there are still many prominent examples.

Miguel has been going to Monte Albán for his whole life as his father started the guide business! He has decades of knowledge about this sacred place under his belt and to learn from him was truly such a gift. taken in Monte Albán by @jonlukevdv

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day 2 in beautiful cmdx ❤️ by @jonlukevdv

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first 24 in La Ciudad de Mexico ❤️

Teotihuacan blew our minds!! This site is over 2,000 years old and no one knows who built it!!

Around 5 years ago, I met this family when I was working on Main Street in Park City. We all instantly connected. Throughout the last 5 years, we've stayed in touch and they have continuously encouraged me to come to their home town of Mexico City.

Last September, I was in a place where I needed something to look forward to and work towards. Alas, I bought a round trip to Mexico for 2 weeks! This is my first time out of the country and I'm so grateful to have been able to make this happen.

I'm so lucky to have my boyfriend here experiencing this with me! We're off to Oaxaca in a few days and then to the beach 🤩

Being out here reminds me of the importance of organizing, community and love. I'm so excited to continue exploring the world while working towards liberation for all❤️ by @jonlukevdv

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Happy 23rd birthday to by best friend and lover. by @jonlukevdv

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Without these people these places wouldn’t have been the same. I’m blessed to have the best family on earth. taken in Black Sand Beach by @jonlukevdv

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These are to good I hadda share taken in Sandy, Utah by @jonlukevdv

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I’m thankful for the people and support I have.
Life’s not easy but the people in it make it all worth while. taken in Moab, Utah by @jonlukevdv

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Good memories with some good people. by @jonlukevdv

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8 years ago I met a girl in the hallway. She was the most beautiful girl I’d ever seen. My friend introduced us and that’s when it all started. And I wouldn’t want it any other way. Im so proud of everything you have completed and have done these past years. You’re a true inspiration and my best friend. Happy 22nd birthday my love. May there be many more 💕 by @jonlukevdv

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