In Spain, they rarely say Adios. To them, it seems very final. Even when you leave a store the attendant will usually say "Hasta luego!" or "See you later!" Well, the day has come. I'm about to leave Spain! Four weeks has seemed like an instant and a lifetime in one. Today I went to my usual cafe for the last time.
The owner gave me and the two girls I always go with free coffee! He is so sweet. It is raining today, so the dreary sky kind of fits. If I didn't miss the people from home so much, I'd be fine with staying here just a little bit longer. I can't believe my time is coming to an end. It has been such an incredible experience all together. I already can list about a thousand things I've learned, and I know that the longer I'm home the more it will sink in. So enough for being sentimental.
5 Things I'm Going to Miss About Salamanca
1. Walking around every day amidst buildings 4 times as old as my country.
2. The Plaza Mayor. I know that sounds stereotypical, but it is just such a fun place. I wish all our towns had a clear center and gathering place.
3. Spending so much time just sitting and enjoying people's company.
4. All these incredible side trips I've gotten to take. There is something magical about seeing famous things with your own eyes!
5. Speaking Spanish!
5 Things I'm Not Going to Miss
1. Pork. It is everywhere. I can't handle it anymore. I need some chicken and veggies in my life!
2. Sleeping without air conditioning.
3. The bars aimed at American students, the people constantly passing out flyers, and the general emphasis on drunkenness in conversation and expectation.
4. The inability to make anything with my hands! It has been crazy to have a month without knitting, sewing, crafting, etc. I am ready for some projects!
5. The weak breakfasts. Bring on some eggs and bacon and biscuits and gravy!
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