I am now in North Carolina...my time on the border is over.
I have a lot to process and will be posting more about the last few days very soon.
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At the despedida (going-away party) last night, I said a few words to the guests as I futilely combated tears, thanking them and letting them know how much they, the work, and the mission of the house had affected me:
"Ya he metido casi todo en mi maleta, pero dejo mi corazon aqui con ustedes."
[I've already put almost everything in my suitcase, but I leave my heart here with you]
Since leaving Annunciation House, I haven't been able to have a single conversation without bringing up immigration, border violence, the house, guests, or the work we do.
I either talk about it, or I don't speak at all. It's certainly not a conscious decision...I'd like to be able to talk about lighter topics with friends and others, but at this point, it is the most important and most overwhelming thing on my mind. I think it will be for a while...
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