I have been hearing this phrase 'que estes bien' a lot recently. Chileans say it as a farewell. Be well, my friend. It makes me sad to hear this phrase so much, because it reinforces the fact that I am leaving Chile.
I am preparing to return to the states soon, and I am feeling a huge mix of emotions. I love being in Chile. I have spent five of the best months of my life here. I have made relationships with new friends and my Chilean family that will last a life time. I love the Chilean lifestyle, food, atmosphere, and the cities in which I spent so much time, Viña del Mar and Valparaíso. It seems that I have just been kicking into a rhythm, too. I feel comfortable with everything I do, and that took time to accomplish! And now, I am leaving. Ironic, isn't it?
However, at the exact same time, I am eager to go home. I have been away for what seems like a long, long time. Five months, wow. I'm excited to see my family and friends, eat the foods I have missed and craved, and feel that comforting presence that is home.
But! for now, I'll postpone the thoughts of leaving Chile for one more week while I head to Argentina with my friend Lauren. We will be bussing to Bariloche, Argentina, tonight, and we will eventually make our way to Buenos Aires. Wish us well! Stay tuned..
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