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Hello All
Havent written in a little bit, so I thought I would... Still in Colombia, and still love it. From Cali, Margot and I went to this small town in the middle of these beautiful, rooling hills. We spent a few days there, ands stayed at this really cool Hostel called Republica de Artistas, and had delicious coffee, and a wonderful breakfast made by Joseph, the Spanish guy who owned the hostel. He and his son, Michiael moved from Spain to this town Salento a few months ago and opened this hostel, and it seems to be going well for them. Almost immediately upon arrival, we were introduced to about half the town, and had many new friends. Some of the guys down here are a little sleazy, and are only interested in one thing (and I am sure you can use your imagination to guess what...). But, some of them are really genuine, and actually interested in what you have to say. However, sometimes it is hard to distinguish between the two, as nearly every guy/man/boy down here will openly tell you how beautiful, precious, lovely, pretty you are. It is really rare to walk by any member of the opposite sex and not be complimented or whisteled at or kissed at... I did an experiment today, and yes, 100% of the men I waled by made a comment. And you know what? I kind of like it. Its not like they are making any sort of offensive gestures or sexual passes, so its really ok with me if they tell me I am beautiful. Thank you.
In Salento, i met a guy who was IN LOVE with my hair, and complimented it every time I went to touch it. The guys down here in general are just so unafraid to tell you that they are attracted to you, and I think it saves a lot of time, because you know right away what their intentions are.
Margot and I talked, though about laughter the other day and how sometimes it can cover up or mask truer feelings or intentions. And how sometimes people laugh to hide their insecurities, etc.. I then went on to express that sometimes I have a guard that I put up and where I dont always laugh because it shows vulnerability and sometimes unwanted attention. Especially down here, I have been really careful to not let my guard down unless I am 100% sure that the people and situation are good. If people think Im cold because I dont laugh, so be it, but if they think Im easy because I laugh at everything they say, then it gets complicated... So, still keeping that guard up, and trying to not be an Easy American Girl. And it has worked, too. Although a little sleazy, most of the guys understand "no". Which is nice. Plus, a lot of people think Im Latin, which is even better! So, things are going well, and Im just still waiting to hear from the guy on the farm, as well as figure out what I want to do... And all that jazz.
Until next time.
Chau Chau