Monday, February 14, 2011

Dia del Amor y Amistad: A Deeper Meaning


Feliz Dia del Amor y Amistad! Translated into Day of Love and Friendship, the Catracho celebration of Valentine`s Day extends beyond significant others and revolves around showing your love for all that you care about. Individuals text and call friends to tell them how much they mean to them and lots of hugs and kisses are given.

Today I received the ultimate lesson in love, in the form of a shared banana. After a morning of evaluation and planning, Evelia, a health promoter walked in with a minimo- a tiny banana. The next time I looked up, she was handing us each a piece- still wrapped in its skin. We all laughed at the tiny little pieces of banana, and I smiled at her ever present willingness to share what she has, no matter how much or how little.

As for me, I will be taking the opportunity to connect with Orocuina friends today, followed by a date with Enrique Iglesias and a glass of wine :)

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