Last night, however, I did manage to skype Ian for the first time since Monday night. It was so nice to see him and be able to actually talk to him. I don't think it hit me just how much I miss him, and everyone back home, until I was able to see his face. Oh, and the countdown on my page is there because Ian was trying to calculate how long I would be here last night. I decided I'd save him the trouble of doing that later on by posting something that he could look at whenever he wanted. Plus, it's a nice reminder that I only have so much time here before I'm back home! Anyway, Ian and I had a nice, long conversation and then I headed off to bed. Today I got to talk to my baby brother! I've missed him a lot, but he's keeping his existence known with daily quotes to me on facebook; which help brighten my day. Tomorrow, Diana, is your day so I hope you're ready! =)
Since I really didn't physically do too much today I managed to do a lot of thinking. One of the things I thought about was the immigrants and people who don't know English that are in the states. Everyone back home complains about them at some point or another, but I feel like I've got a new found respect for them. To put it simply; no one truly knows what it's like to be them, until you're in that situation yourself. It's definitely hard to be here knowing only a little Spanish and I can only imagine what it's like to be in America not knowing any English. It's also very scary knowing that if, God forbid, something happens, you can't communicate what's wrong. I really think I'm going to be more patient with those who don't speak English, simply because I know what it's like to be them. The shoe is finally on the other foot and I, for one, couldn't do it as long as some people can.
Hopefully I'll have more for you guys tomorrow!
XOXO
Carol
Wow...sorry to hear about the other girls grandfather. I know we talked about such happening before you left here. It has to be hard on her...send our sincere regrets. I love the countdown! Ian and I are on the same page...I set my calendar up on my phone to show how many weeks and days until you come home. I guess it is hard living with people that you can't communicate with. Grams told me she understands how you feel because she feels the same way sometimes. I am glad you and Ian finally got together and I was glad to hear about you and Nate...I would like to either get a webcam or have somebody (Jess, Nate, Ian or Em) help me get together next weekend when it's easier to find a time so we can see each other. I must agree with your brother...can't wait to see your pretty smile. It is hard not being together after all the time you were home. Love you baby....momma
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