Today we drove about an hour away to a town called La Calera to a birthday party for Juan’s goddaughter Luciana and her mom, Luz Elena. We sat outside and ate lunch while the kids played. The weather and the people were warm. Many of the guests were people whom I’d met this week.

When we returned, I packed my bag while Juan and Lala packed a suitcase of their stuff for me to bring back as they are beginning to send things to the U.S. for their upcoming move there. Juan G, Martica and Juan G’s brother stopped by for a quick visit to say goodbye.

Then we ordered in pizza and watched “Crash.” I’ve been wanting to see it for a while, and found it fascinating and powerful.

Tomorrow we’re heading to the airport at 6am, and Juan insists that they will drive me, help me get checked-in, and then have breakfast with me while I wait for the plane. How sweet is that!

So, as I head to bed, I’m signing-off from Colombia for the last time this trip. It’s been “super-rico” and very “chevere.” Buenas noches.