Coming to an End
May 18, 2013-Day 9
Alicia Taisey, Havana
It is about 10:00pm as we sit outside
our hotel in a group, sipping on our Cuba Libres. By now we probably have had
at least a few dozen of them throughout the entire trip because wherever we
went, we were handed a "welcome" drink which was rude to refuse. Even
at this time of night though, it was still hot and humid enough to work up a
sweat. I gave up on trying to be completely sweat-free because it was
inevitable that we would not be able to escape the humidity. I looked around at
my peers as they discussed a variety of topics such as journalism, politics and
even the crazy antics of Pullman and thought about what I will do when I get
home. Needless to say, my experience in Cuba has been one that I will never
forget. From the dreadful 15-hour delay at the Miami airport to sitting right
next to Ed Rabel and my peers, I can honestly say that I will return to Cuba
one day. It is certainly unlike any other place that I have traveled to. The
streets of Havana are covered with different debris and garbage from the
renovations of the streets, the air is humid and has a musky smell. Most of the
buildings (unless under renovation) are past their prime to say the least.
Although the Cuban civilians are friendly as can be and the culture is rich
with different kinds of art, music and dancing. I also noticed how proud the
civilians were to be Cuban. They have represented their country with passion
and dignity by how they treated us and they also showed desire to have the same
things American citizens have. As I sat conversing with Ed and my peers on this
humid night, I was sad to see our adventure in Cuba coming to an end, but I
know definitely know that one day I will return.
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