Distraught from my current living environment, I reached out to a Facebook group of current aupairs in Madrid to validate some of my frustrations. I found one girl that was an aupair years ago and stated her Spanish mom was similar; deflated, I almost accepted my chosen fate. Then, I received a response from a girl named Nora who set me straight. "They're doing what?! They're restricting food? Are you even a person in their eyes? And the kids are just following in the parents' footsteps. And what's the deal with the dog-- you're not a dog walker!! This is supposed to be a mutually beneficial experience where you are able to live comfortably in another country and travel during the week sometimes and always weekends and they are able to have assistance with care and an English teacher. You aren't supposed to exceed 6 hours a day. MAX. I get that allowance weekly for ONE KID; they're taking full advantage. Leave. LEAVE!" She requested to meet up and we enjoyed allegedly the best churros in Madrid and devised a plan. So, after learning that my experience was a sad excuse for an aupair arrangement, we brainstormed plans and I began devising a plan to leave. I've had plenty of experience with the leaving, so here's another situation this applies. I don't run from everything, but when I get a gut feeling that it isn't going to be mutually beneficial for both parties for very long, I begin evacuating. Competition can be a negative quality, but in this respect, I think it's fairly positive, even though leaving is never easy. This less than preferable situation with this Spanish family illuminated my dependability upon those I love most in this world: my friends. This poem is dedicated to my mom, Lauren, Tiffany, Danny, Emily, Sloan, Michelle, and Corey. Oh what a relief is a person called friend.
Absolving uncertainty with laughter And then, carrying you through rubble and thorns; Not solely today, but the past when it mourns. Humbly appreciating the unattainable things, Sunshine through snowflakes, summers, and springs. Mishaps, mistakes, and knee-scraped downfalls. Hysterical vibrato through messages and calls. Encouragement for kilometers and beyond. Vibrant connection even when gone. Smiles for simplicity others wouldn’t think twice. Friendship enhances life with unmistakable spice. Forever blessed are the ones alive with its zest. Nestle here is where life’s strife can rest. Concealed in comfort, courageous in thy arms. Together, shield the other from unimaginable harm. Battling heartbreak, devastation, stress, and loneliness; Friendship is the opportunity above all not to miss.
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