Sunday December 13

For all of you who haven't heard, I have returned to the states indefinitely (this post on the rest from here on out will be written by me). It is with mixed emotions that I share this news but unfortunately I have some personal matters awaiting me here that requires my immediate attention.

I wished many days out there that I could be home, but at the end of the day I was always impressed by the experiences I had and left with a heavy heart. My principal will be teaching my classes which gives me great comfort because I do believe she will be a more affective teacher than I was.

I slowly, but surely, grew to love my host family and I dearly miss my host mom Bona and my 2-year old sister Roxiana who became the light and joy of my days!! Her smile was contagious and her laugh could make anyone smile.

I am excited to be home with delicious food, quick communication, and a bug-free world (well at least compared to Kaben) but I will miss the challenges and rewards of being in Kaben. Some days were LONG and HARD but I have learned more and grown more than I ever imagined possible. My time there is invaluable and I will forever carry these experiences with me.

Thank you for all of your support, as it made the past 5 months mean even more!

I will now try to fill in on the past 2 months since I actually arrived home before my mail (go figure!).

Love,

Heidi