Empty Again.

     I just finished packing all of my things. I managed to fit everything in two large suitcases, a carry on, and a backpack. I'm pretty pleased with that considering that I've bought quite a bit of stuff here. I actually did some after-holidays-shopping today. There were great sales! I only bought two things because the mall was so incredible crowded. The lines were madness! Loca, loca, loca. As I look at my suitcases stacked up against my closet I can't help but think back to the night before I left. I mean it's completely different, but similar all the same. I've created a life in this apartment. This is my home right now. I'm going to miss my endless supply of Nougat Pillows, watching Glee with Maite, and Merche's never ending kindness and motherly care. I never thought that it would feel this strange. I feel like I'm starting over again. Everything is new: fresh. I have the customs of a new family, a new way of life. I never thought that I would get so attached to my family here. But alas, I am.
     Now the sadness is out. With all of these thoughts swirling in my mind I am still very excited to move in with my next family. It's going to be a completely different experience that will add more color and culture to my year in Spain. Wow, I'm in Spain. And wow, this just came to me...it's been four months today.  can hardly believe it. I feel like I've been here for a long time because I have learned so much...I feel like Pamplona is truly a second home to me. It's so familiar now. So welcoming. I'm nervous at how fast these next six months are going to go. I have so much to do and see and experience. And moving into a new family tomorrow will give me even more opportunities to embrace these aspects of my exchange. Here goes. Adjust, adapt, add to my year! (I needed another "ad" to round it out) Goodnight. Besos!