Life in a Border Town

One of the very interesting parts of Tijuana life is certainly the border that sits between the United States and Mexico.  There are two border crossings that we can use in Tijuana, but most times we use the San Ysidro crossing.  It is the busiest land border crossing in the world, and it is estimated that over 50,000 people cross each day.  That is crazy to consider.  

We had a funny crossing incident among our staff the other day.  I had been to the states on a Tuesday and done some grocery shopping on my way home.  As I put my groceries away that night, I realized that I lost one of my avocados.  It was late though so I did not head to my trunk to look for it.  So... the next day three of the staff headed to the states in my car.  Each border crossing is different, different guard, different mood of the guard, and occasionally a trunk check.  Well, they checked the trunk on this particular day and guess what they found, one avocado.  My very gracious staff friends took a detour to secondary and the Subaru got an X-ray.  And the border patrol confiscated my avocado.  We had a good laugh about the whole story, but it was a good reminder that we live in a unique setting.  Two worlds meet at the border and they are very different.  I know that I have learned a lot from the Lord in my crossings of that border and I know our students will too. 

Here is the border as you head East toward the airport.  Crosses have been added to the border on the Mexico side in remembrance of those that have died in attempts to cross illegally.

The new border fence.  Construction is currently underway to rebuild the fence.

My view from the office.  I was sitting at my desk the other day, and realized that I have an incredible view.  I look out at the city of Tijuana and San Diego at the same time.  Baja Bible is in a very unique setting indeed.