It’s always exciting to head back to Tchad. So much is involved in return with packing usually the most involved. This time, my suitcase is full of car parts, kitchen items, and sour gummy candy.

I’m trying to decompress from an intense month of trying to speak this crazy language. It’s not for the faint of heart, that’s for sure. And of course, being fatigued and having migraines and traveling don’t mix well but such is life. Soon, I’ll be home in my dusty little house.

The hot shower is really the last comfort that makes me realize I’m on my way out. This morning, I was probably the first one up in the entire hostel (of course I’d be the only one up since it’s a Saturday), therefore the hot water was taking forever to get up to the 4th floor. Man oh man, I’ll miss that shower.

Hopefully this flight will give me time to relax and sleep and not dream of french grammar or pronouns. I’ll be hitting the ground running when I get home. I’ve really enjoyed it here and hope to come back with a little more time to play.

I’ll keep you posted what’s up next soon!

Zachary Gately
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