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The Beauty Of Fitting Into Two Worlds
Can you blend into both?
I spent the weekend in the city. When my friend asked me what I wanted to eat, I said foods we don’t have in San Carlos.
So, I did not have Colombian food for three days in Colombia.
When I came home to the countryside, and my boyfriend asked me what I wanted for dinner, I said, “normal, lo Mismo.”
I liked what we always have, an arepa with eggs, plantains, or onions. The plantains are from the garden also.
Did I miss the food, or did I miss the comfort I have of being home?
As my dog has not left my side since I have returned. I have learned to cook Colombian food as well; it is addicting. The simplicity of the food here is beautiful. The life I have here is beautiful.
Will I go for three days without having Colombian food in Colombia again? Most likely, no. I missed it.
Was it just the food that I missed or was it more?
I have the best of both worlds — a short 4-hour bus ride to a completely different world. And I can fit into both worlds.
I love the energy and diversity of the city, and I love the tranquility and knowingness of…
