Gracias, Adios!

After many days and nights spent in my home away from home I am overwhelmed by a flood of emotions now that I am leaving once and for all. Over the past two months I have experienced more on a personal level then I have in my entire life. Having so much time to reflect has been nothing but positive and the more I think about it the more grateful I am for the time I spent here. Leaving my familiar, comfortable life in Bozeman was no easy task but I sought adventure and change. I didn't know what to expect when coming to Honduras and now that I am leaving I know I came here for a reason. These last few months I have realized everything I took for granted and I have found a new appreciation for life. I don't think I would have realized how truly lucky I am if I didn't experience a life apart from my normal one. I always knew people throughout the world were not as well off and had bigger problems then the people I am usually surrounded by but I never knew the feeling of actually experiencing it first hand. I have now seen the world through the eyes of the people of Honduras as well as my own. Before coming here I never thought twice when I got in the hot shower in the morning or when I walked around freely at night not having any worries. Every time I fill up my glass from the sink or make myself a nice, balanced meal I will think of how not everyone has these simple luxuries. In the last two months I have met new people, spoken a new language and eaten new food. I loved the new experience and I am thankful for this amazing opportunity I had. My view on life has changed dramatically and I know it wouldn't have if I had not chosen to embark on this journey. As I re-adjust to life back in beautiful Bozeman I will enjoy every moment  experiencing all of the old in a whole new light.