Leaving Oaxaca

well, it's my last day in Oaxaca. Noon flight home. I'm incredibly sad to be leaving. I'm always sad to leave. The people, the sights, the beauty, the pace...it's hard to leave behind. Despite the protests, the closures, this was a great trip and I met lots of interesting people whom I hope to stay in touch with. I wanted more cultural immmersion. And I wanted to practice my Spanish. I definitely accomplished that on this trip. I do really wish I had more time here to meet with agency staff, but with all the closures, I just ran out of time. Oh, well. I have, and have made on this trip, lots of connections, here, so my education is ongoing. Adios Oaxaca! I'll miss you! See you again in the spring!