Tomorrow morning I leave Ecuador. I've gotten to explore a beautiful country, made some great friends, gotten some serious abuelito face time, and learned a lot about Ecuadorian culture and nonprofit work. My only regrets are that I never ate cuy (guinea pig, a traditional dish here and a PRICELESS photo op) and that I was never able to tear myself out of bed early enough to help the baker at the Foundation, Don Lucho, make bread in the morning. The people here have been so warm and welcoming and all the love flowing in my direction the past few days has made me feel like my heart is swelling out of my chest. It seriously reminds me of that part in How the Grinch Stole Christmas when the grinch's heart grows three sizes upon hearing the Whos singing "Welcome Christmas." Not to say that I was grinchy up until now. But you get the point. I'm going to miss this place and the people I've met here.
Even though saying goodbye has been hard, I'm looking forward to Chile and the next chapter of my adventure.
Until next time,
Kate
GOOD LUCK IN CHILE KATE! I'm glad you had a good time in Ecuador. It has been a treat reading about your experience. I am also disappointed you never ate cuy.
ReplyDeleteKate! It's good to hear Ecuador was so good for you :) I've been enjoying reading about your happenings and I look forward to your adventures in Chile!
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