This journey has fundamentally shaped who I am today. I’ve grown more independent, confident and adaptable--carrying lessons that I know will stay with me far beyond this experience. While saying goodbye is difficult, I know that returning home doesn’t mean leaving this journey behind.
A part of me will always remain here, in the places I’ve visited, the friendships I’ve made and the version of myself I discovered along the way. Arrivederci! (Goodbye!)
