So it's the last night here. I am feeling so many things it's kinda hard to figure out. This past month has been one of the best months of my life. And I know that sounds so cliche, but it's the only way I know how to describe my time here in Taiwan. I have come to love this country and feel at home here. I came to Taiwan as a tourist, as someone who really didn't see this country as "home." Yet, knowing that I have to leave tomorrow makes my heart ache just a tad.
Spent the day with my grandma today, helping her clean the kitchen and just spending time with her. I have the best memories with her, from being a little girl and having her live at our house in NC to this past month. I admire my grandma so much. Saying goodbye to her today was rough; she hugged me for a long time and as I was walking away, she said " please come back!" I kept a strong face until I got into our taxi and had to watch her get smaller and smaller in the rearview. Then, tears.
I think back of how long it has been since I last was in Taiwan. It had been 6 years that I hadn't been to Taiwan and it makes me wonder, is it going to be that long until the next time? I can't go another 6 years w/o seeing my relatives. I thought I had little in common with my relatives that were an ocean away. I was so wrong. I have felt and experienced so much love in my short time here. I wish that my relatives were a mere 10 minute drive away, not a 20 hour flight.
My time here in Taiwan has been everything I thought it would be: amazing, a learning experience, wonderful. Words aren't enough to describe how I feel. All i know is that I'll be back soon. I can't forget that I have half my family living here. Family that I love so much.
Until next time, Taiwan. I'll be seeing you soon....
Love, Karen
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