Hello parents/family members we are currently on our way back!!

We started our day by going to breakfast and saying goodbye to our honorary mom and brother (Isabel and Gabo!!). In our closing reflections (which lasted 3 hours), we learned things about each other and ourselves that truly tied the trip together. We did many eye-opening and heartfelt activities to mark the end of our journey in Riobamba. We packed our bags last night (bit of a rushed packing session). We then got on the bus for four hours. Some napped and some screamed their lungs out to the music that was going on in the background. We managed to get lucky and saw an active volcano before we arrived at the airport. Shortly after, we had to say goodbye to Paco as we entered customs. Flight sadly got delayed an hour from Quito to Houston but we got to see all the cool stores in the airport (very expensive). We’re trying to savor the last moments with each other by hanging out and having great conversations at the gate.

Many of us shed tears today. Mostly tears of sadness, many of us wanted to stay (apparently it’s not allowed). We reflected throughout the morning and manage to thank everyone we connected with throughout the trip. Not only connected with staff but also each other. On behalf of RB2B, we’re truly grateful for the experiences we made and the friendships we formed in Ecuador.

Hasta luego Ecuador!

Flight Number: UA2083