It is time to say goodbye and I do not want to. I feel as if my heart is staying behind. It has joined with my umbilical cord to reinforce the chain that I had somewhat ignored. I wish I could stay a couple days longer to savor those last minute pleasures my island so generously offers to her children. But, I should have no complaints. I had an amazing learning experience in the hospital. I have made new lasting beautiful friendships. I have grown as a person and became more of me. I have danced, sang, shouted, laughed, and cried tears of pure happiness and sadness. The little things that went wrong, the few moments of frustration, the one or two mistakes I made, all of them were perhaps essential parts of the journey. Where I lacked strength, I now have courage.
I thank God for this opportunity and especially for the unexpected treasures I have discovered. Thank you, God for second chances. To all of those who encouraged me, supported me, and inspired me, I am deeply grateful. I am sad, but excited to face a new challenge. I leave with a renewed spirit and a heart filled with love. I leave with a strong desire to soon return.
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