"Buena Gente"

         “Buene Gente” is the term my host family uses to describe genuinely good people.  For me, this term has had a lot of meaning since the moment I arrived.  Everywhere I spend my time, and everyone I encounter regularly truly seem to be “Buena Gente”.  My family, my extended family, my friends from the LC program, the new friends I have made here, my professors, tour guides, the people at restaurants, the list goes on.  So many people with good hearts.  People are so personable here.  They live in the moment with you, and focus on whatever conversations or activities you are sharing together.  They will always take the time, and go the extra length to help you with whatever you need, even if it is no where up their alley.  It’s pretty incredible.  Also, since I have arrived, so many people have done so much to ensure that I am comfortable, and feel included.  One of our organizers endearingly calls us her Waa-waas, which basically means her babies…and will do anything and everything to ensure we are happy.