When I left the US, I was so sure that I wouldn't miss my parents while I was here. Boy, was I WRONG! Of course, I had missed my parents before the holidays, but when those days hit, it got HARD. There were tears and stressful moments, but my family here helped me out. It was nice to hear that they were here for me, but I wanted less, "Don't be sad, we're your family too," and a bit more, "It's ok to feel that way." I finally got to hear that today at Rotary when I talked to my next host mom. She told me that my family here will always support me, but it's still nothing like that support from you real family. Also, she told me that I can feel sad for a while, but I need to push past it and make my experience great!
When I first found out that I was going to be living with her family, I was not happy about it. They live about an hour away from where I live now, which means I have to give up my classes here in Salamanca. It's also pretty far from everything else to do in Lima, which means I won't be going out very often. However talking to my new mom made me feel much better. There is a equitation center close where I'll be able to work and ride. Also, there is a dance academy only a few minutes away to continue my Marinera. I think it'll all work out fine.
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