Let's start with the end of the school year. My co-teacher and I did an assessment for our first grade classroom. We got 11 out of 12 of my students to read. The 12th one can read, but is too shy to read in front of teachers. Last day of school was July 4th and the following week was CARNIVAL!
Carnival was a vibe that I can't describe in words. It was amazing and I can't wait to enjoy it next year. This year, I joined the Ahdrenaline Band for their theme "Road to Valkyrie." My Valkyrie was named Kara. I'd post the videos on here, but it doesn't come out as clear, so feel free to go to my instagram page The Brooke Moment to see all the pictures and videos I posted.
After carnival was over, I went back to the states to visit family and I FINALLY got to meet my beautiful nephew. This little boy makes my heart smile in ways it hasn't before. The first day I got back, I took him shopping with me to give my sister a break for a few hours.
I spent time a lot of time with family. Got to catch a Sox game and it was decent.
Got to catch up with friends as well!
I looked forward to eating all of the food I had missed only to realize that my stomach was now accustomed to the island food. I eat a lot of produce and forgot how over processed food can be in the US. So, I got some not so great tummy aches.
When I came back to Vincy, it was the week before my birthday. I got a manicure (the first in a year) and my eyebrows done. My boyfriend and I rented a car and went to a waterfall called Dark View Falls and a nice restaurant/lounge called Flow Wine Bar. I had a good birthday!
I got to board the Simon Bolivar, a Venezuelan ship that docked in Vincy for a few days last month.
I went to a Grenadine island called Bequia last Friday with a few of the volunteers for a day trip. We spent the day at a hotel with great drinks, good food and enjoyed swimming in the pool. I'm definitely going back soon.
Tomorrow is my first day back to school and I'm ready for it. However, it's also the first day of my last year with Peace Corps. I'm going to enjoy every last bit of it. I just need to remember to post more on my blog and instagram!