Food and Despedidas

I have only been here a few days, but I have already learned so much, met sooo many people, and tried so many different foods. I already had it in my mind to try everything that was offered to me, and I'm going to stick to that. I mean, really, what's the worst that could happen? Actually, I won't get into what's the worst that could happen... Anyways, I try everything. Some of the things I have tried include: picadas, gordas, tejuinos, dulce de leche, tacos al pastor, horchata, empanadas, squite, and so much more! Squite is corn kernels in a cup with a whole bunch of stuff like mayonnaise, chili, and I don't know what. It's really good! A lot of it looks strange, but you have to try it, because it's more than likely going to be one of the best things you have ever tasted. The one thing I'm not used to is how spicy food is, and I try it, but I have to be a little careful! Clueless, I dunked a chip into some salsa, put it in my mouth, and just about jumped from how spicy it was, and had to drink something real quickly. There really should be a sign when you enter Mexico that warns about the food! It's delicious, but it is spicy when you least expect it. I like almost everything that I eat, though, so I definitely won't go hungry! One thing I absolutely love is the water my mom makes. She puts fruit in a blender and then combines it with water. It is sooo good! I can't even describe how much I love this!
My host sister, Liz, is leaving for Germany tomorrow, so we have been super busy with packing her suitcases, and saying goodbye to everyone. Las despedidas, or goodbyes, are so hard to watch, because I just did the same exact thing. In all honesty, it's so difficult to leave everything you have ever known, all the people that matter to you, anything with a trace of familiarity and know you aren't coming back for a year. However, it is worth it. I can't tell you how the rest of the year will go, but being "lost" is a good thing. Your comfort zone broadens and all of a sudden, you just get comfortable being uncomfortable, and that feeling is beautiful.