Time to Go

My work here is done. I actually can’t believe it. But I can now say that it’s been very successful. More than a year ago I packed my car with my basics and hit the road with my mom towards the unknown.  I remember I was really nervous. Things were at stake. I didn’t know if the master’s degree program was going to last one year or two, I didn’t have a place to live, I didn’t know anybody… But I was determined to succeed. It was not easy, not easy at all. However I can now say that it was one of the best times in my life; and at the professional level, one of my greatest achievements. Of course I didn’t do this alone. When I got here I met a group of students who opened their hearts to me, without doubting it. They supported me, listened to me, and helped me to get up when I had fallen down, celebrated with me when I improved. They were a crucial element in this part of my life. And of course my loving family. I couldn’t have done it without them. I will never stop saying that without their unconditional love and support I wouldn’t be where I am and I wouldn’t be who I am.

It is now time to leave and I have mixed feelings. As my brother would say “I even feel sad that you are leaving from a place that helped you grow so much”. I couldn’t have said it better.  

Well after a whole year of great challenges and learning experiences, I am ready for the next adventure. I am not so nervous this time. I don’t feel pressured. I feel happy and inspired, excited for what is to come. Besides, I am not having this adventure alone. I am going with one of the main reasons of my happiness these past few months: Ben.

This smile is never going to disappear from my face. I can close my eyes and feel the cool wind touching my face, while feeling on the top of the world. Wonderful and fantastic places found me and I enjoyed every step, every breath, every moment with them. I’ll keep them in my heart, as well as all the beautiful people who let me in their hearts. The footprint is there. And on to the next thing.  Today I start the way back to the East and I cannot wait for the surprises that this road will bring.