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6 Day Road Trip into the Wild

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It’s been less than 2 weeks and already I miss so many things about QuerĂ©taro, Mexico. I miss taking a stroll down to the centro where hundreds of people would be enjoying their evenings with their loved ones close beside them, where children ran around throwing colorful lit up flying objects into the air and where families reunited for a warm dinner. I miss the evenings where I would gather in my friend’s apartment for a BBQ and where strangers from all over the world would become good friends with me. I miss the city lights as the taxis drove over the hill. I miss the view from the flat rooftops of the concrete buildings as the strong and vibrant sun kisses the horizon. I miss Mexico and all of the friendships that I made while I was there, but most importantly, I miss my life and who I was when I was studying abroad. Everyday I reminisce of my time in Mexico through indescribable moments and images that play in my head. Often times, I’m filled with beauty and laughter, emotions that...

Dear Mexico,

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And just like that, 3 months passed by, a whole term was completed and friendships, memories, and bonds were created. Goodbyes are so painfully hard for me...and this one might be the worst yet. I still remember the day when every smell and sight was foreign, every face was unfamiliar and every taste was new. Now I have a routine, a place that I call home and people that I love.Looking back, I can honestly say that Mexico was one of the best experiences of my life. I haven't really had the time to reflect about everything that has happened here which feels incredible because I've been truly enjoying and loving each moment. As these last few days come to end, it honestly feels really weird to be leaving here...I never thought that I would be this unprepared. Beautiful experiences for me, are often difficult to depart from, but eventually my mind and my soul is ready to leave a place when the time comes. I've been traveling for almost 6 months now and stability feels undesi...