First let me just say that I miss you all. It is funny how in ten, short weeks one can grow accustomed to people and a certain way of life, get into a routine, and make good friends. I feel so humbled and blessed to have had the chance to get to know you all, and I look forward to seeing you WHEN I come back to South Africa.
As many of you know, my big brother, Scott McLeod, recently wed on Saturday, August 15. I must say that all those evenings going to Planet Fitness really did pay off, especially the 12 personal training sessions I had. My trainer, Peter, worked my arms, legs, chest, back, and butt so much that my family and friends kept on saying to me, “Heather, you look so toned!” I welcomed the compliments of course. Scott married Dora Hughes and the wedding was a spectacular event. It brought together family that I hadn’t seen in months, including mama and papa McLeod…and their Jamaican accents!
The truly touching part about my experience being back in the US, has been talking to my friends and family about my time on the Continent, and sharing what I learned both inside and outside of my internship. I have friends who already want to come, and who want to experience what I like to call “love and hospitality- African style.” Although they missed me while I was away, they now know that I made the most out of this summer and that I was truly in my element.
I am getting ready for school, starting Wednesday, 9/2, and I already started back at my job at the Fairmont Hotel in Washington, DC. If anyone is in town, please feel free to email me at: heathersmcleod@gmail.com; or call me at: 001 917 892 7958. Take Care and Enjoy the pictures!
