Festina Lente

I’m sad to report that one of my favorite people from the group has decided to leave Peru. My friend Michael is heading home tomorrow via Lima and probably a few pit stops along the way in the states. After some conversation, I think he is doing what is best for his current situation but that leaves me no less bummed about the fact that he is taking off. Some people in the group went out for an little bit tonight for a last hurrah which was really bittersweet. The selfless part of me is glad that he is doing what is right for him, and the selfish part of me is just plain old sad that he won’t be around anymore….and then there were 33.

Michael, if you get a chance to peruse my blog, it was great having you here for the short time and thanks for the deep talks and the mediocre jokes (j/k – they were good jokes). Take care of yourself and I’ll see you in Rio in ‘08. Also – let me know who wins the MOD bet.