May 3

We packed our belongings in the morning and prepared to leave. My heart was so heavy because I would be leaving this wonderful place. We were shuttled to the airport and had lunch. We hugged and saw Jim, Mary Lamb, and Yufang Liu so that they touched our hearts because we are leaving. We miss them and all the others because I really appreciated them. I had experienced a connection with our feelings and lives. I should go back to the Philippines because I really want to help the students and faculty and encourage them to learn more and be aware when we share about our experiences and reflections. I departed from New York at 1:40 PM, New York time. A chapter of my life has ended.