Being an exchange student means I have chosen to give up some experiences, big ones like Senior Prom and American Graduation, little ones like dinner with my family and sleepovers with pounds of gummy worms, and every moment in between. However, it's worth it! I now have two astounding families in two incredible countries. I have friends in two very different cultures. But because of this, I am learning to adapt, deal with my awkwardness in the least awkward way possible, and I'm learning how to dance (kinda sorta). Day by day, I experience something brand new and meet so many kind people. The homesickness and cravings for peanut butter are just a just a small fraction of what I feel here. My friends here include me in everything, and they speak very slowly and with very small words so that I can understand. They make fun of my horrible grammar and always ask how I'm doing. They are so sweet and so patient. As for my family here, they are the best family I could have gotten. Without a doubt. From my big brother Fabian always singing the same song at dinner to my sister explaining why our parents are laughing so hard, I could not have dreamed of a better host family! In the words of my papá, they are my family for they rest of the year and the rest of my life. So although I'll be missing Senior Prom in American, they have that here in Ecuador. As for American Graduation, eh Ecuadorian Graduation is probably more fun anyway. So, I'll just continue loving Ecuador, grateful for my new family and friends.
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Rebecca Hannemann
9/20/2014 09:26:37 pm
Good morning Abbie! I just wanted to let you know I have been following your amazing journey and love reading about all these wonderful experiences. My continued prayers on a fun-filled and safe trip. Your smile hasn't changed. Love and miss you, "Mrs. Hannemann"
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Abbie Ski
9/28/2014 11:07:53 am
Thanks Mrs. Hannemann!!!
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