We arrived in Banos yesterday evening, and the second I got off the bus I knew that it was going to be my favorite spot. It's a much smaller town compared to Quito, but it still have a great atmosphere to it. Very walkable, and full of great places to eat and wonderful adventure sites.
Today was my dear friend Grace's birthday so we had a very eventful day here in Banos! We woke up fairly early and had class for a few hours where we discussed our vision statements and the people we want to become when we are older. Our first paper is focused on our vision statement and our goals for the future. The vision statement isn't focused on material things or destinations; it is focused on our legacy and the type of character we want to have when we are older. Like, "I want to leave a legacy of love and live life with courage and adventure. I want to be a thankful daughter, supportive sister, loyal wife, and a strong mother." Stuff like that. Most of the time when I try and plan for the future I get super anxious and worried, but this vision statement didn't freak me out, it gave me a purpose. It made me excited for my future and the person I am going to become.
After class we went and walked around the town square, got lunch and some ice cream, and took a cab up to "La Casa de Arbol" where there is a swing that you can sit on where it looks like you're going over the edge of the world. After the swing we went out to dinner for Grace, got more ice cream, and headed out to explore the city some more. It was so great spending Grace's 21st birthday with her here in this amazing city!
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