Writing that phrase took all the energy I had, which isn't much because it's time for a siesta anyways. I still don't want to leave. But it's okay. The girls and I have decided to reunite in Cabo, Mexico sometime in the next two years or so. (This will happen. I promise. We all do.) And today when Feli asked me when they could expect me back, I said within two years, after I graduate from Loyola. That, too, will happen. I'm convinced. One thing that Spain and this experience has taught me is that you never have enough time with the people you love. Never. So nothing should keep you from the people you love most. Not 5,000 miles. Not money. Not work. Not time/schedules. Nothing. Family and friends are too important and even that is an understatement. If only everyone lived with that mindset, people would be much happier and the world would be a better place. But that's another "tema" altogether. I have had the time of my life in Spain these past four or five months. I have learned and grown so much. I don't want to leave but I know the next chapter of my life will bring joy, growth, and love as well. I hate endings. And I hate goodbyes. Chicas, when we leave Spain we are not saying "Adios" - only "Hasta luego". Wow. The more I sit here thinking about leaving the more I cry. This is going to be worse than heartbreak. Pues... no pasa nada. I am just so thankful and humbled by these opportunities but more so by the people I have met here and come to love. You all have made this experience what it has been. Indescribable. I am so blessed to have met you all and we have become best friends in such a short time. And Feli and Alba have become my second family in only four months. Spain and everyone Spain has brought me to know and love have stolen my heart. Through the tears, I'm smiling because I am so blessed, so incredibly blessed.
Okay. Okay. I need to write about something else. So... what has been going on in Alicante lately? Well, let's see. Last weekend can be summed up in one word - PLAYA (beach). Amazing weekend of beachin' it, enjoying meals with my family, and passing the nights with my friends in the barrio. Me encanta. Last week was full of classes which have become even more incredibly hard to sit through with only a few days left... I made banana bread for thank you gifts yesterday. Delicious but the middle always is a problem. Yesterday, I had to buy a suitcase to transport stuff home in... muy triste. Since I don't have much stuff, I am filling it with turrón, datiles, vino, digestive cookies, and paella seasoning. As well as a lovely pair of heels, that are quite painful but I'm dedicated to practicing. :) Last night all of us got all dressed up and passed the time at Morgen's apartment, hanging out, talking, laughing, breaking wine glasses.... again I apologize for that one. *embarrassed* Then we went to Havana Lounge in the barrio for some dancing. The dynamic was great. Everyone was having a blast. It was the perfect night. Tonight, ladies, lots of cuddling??? jajaja
However, that isn't the most important part of this weekend. The most important part is today because today is Feli's birthday! ¡Qué bueno! Alba and I bought pastries and flowers. In Spain, birthdays aren't a big deal. Loads of gifts - no. Lots of sweets and cakes - no. It was perfect. We had a delicious lunchtime meal of seafood paella, caviar, brie al horno, and then a few tiny pasteles. ¡Qué ricos! It was fun because during lunch preparation and lunch, I had my camera and we took some fun pictures. One of all of our slippers, which embarrassed Alba because she thinks her slippers are ugly! jaja They kinda are but we love them all the same. Even though it is her birthday, Feli did everything the same, including when I tried to help clean up, she protested until I talked her into letting me wipe off the table. Tonight, there is no way she is doing the dishes.
Hm... time to echar una siesta. What a life!
Dos besos
Sarah
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