happy turkey day!

Confession: I have never really liked turkey that much. So despite the fact that I'm missing out on Thanksgiving at home this year, I tried to tell myself it wouldn't be much of a loss.

But even though the turkey isn't my favorite, there are some things I do enjoy about this holiday -- friends, family, fall weather, a break from classes, getting to return to Lancaster after a few months of being away, and taking time to be mindful of all the things I'm thankful to have in my life. Oh, and pumpkin pie. I like the pumpkin pie a lot.

So even though I'm spending the whole day at my internship, even though it's 80 degrees outside, even though I'm in a country of people who are oblivious to the gringo concept of giving thanks over turkey and mashed potatoes, even though I'm not at home with all of the people I love, I'm still remembering Thanksgiving Day. I wish I could be celebrating it in the States with all of you, but one of the things I'm most thankful for is the opportunity I have to spend this time in Chile. The fact that I feel so torn between the U.S. and South America reminds me that I am lucky enough be happy in several different places -- Lancaster, DC, and Santiago all feel like home to me in different ways, and that is such a blessing to have.

It's sad to think that I only have two weeks left in Chile, and I'm not sure I'll be able to fit everything in that I want to do. But as I look ahead to the Christmas season in Lancaster and the spring semester in DC, I'm so excited for what's coming next! I am grateful to have each and every one of you in my life, and I'll see you soon!

Feliz Día de Acción Gracias.