Day 12 – Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Did I know I would be sobbing uncontrollably that Wednesday morning? No, not at all. I had no idea how difficult leaving my homestay family would be. I took my seat on the bus, crying and flailing my arms for a solid minute. I looked like a hot mess and just reimagining the scene (my host sister actually filmed it) makes me laugh. The night before we left, Cheyenne and I stayed up very late to write them letters. In my letter, which was more like an emotional catharsis, I wrote a paragraph for each person, thanking them for everything. I gave my host niece, Maybelle, a children’s Spanish book in which I also wrote her a sentimental message. I still feel sad, but even though I miss them a lot, I am extremely grateful and appreciative that I had the opportunity to meet them. These families taught me one important lesson: that all someone needs in life to be happy is their friends and family. My family was proud and satisfied with what they had. Their hospitality, kindness, positive outlook, and simple lifestyle inspires me to focus less on superficial and materialistic things and more on my family and friends. I will never forget my time in Costa Rica and I hope I will visit the Garcías in the future.
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