Beatriz’s Quinceañera

On Monday, when I checked in at the airport just outside of León, the guy at the Continental desk asked me, “¿no quieres quedarte en México otra día?” I thought he was joking and didn’t reply, but went on with an enticing offer. They needed more passengers for the next day or needed to free up room on the flight to LA that evening. As expected, the airline offered compensation and would also cover the costs of staying an extra day.

Of course, I wanted to say yes. I would have gladly stayed another day, week or month. It seemed as if everyone in Guanajuato, thought I needed to make my trip longer. Five days goes by so fast especially when there are so many people to see and places to go.

“No puedo, necesito regresar al trabajo” I finally replied.

It may have been quick, but I took a vacation long enough to make me feel better. I would have stayed longer, but back in June when I booked my flight I scheduled it around work presentations I can’t miss. Beatriz’s quinceañera was just an excuse for something I really needed, but I’m really glad I made the time to get to know her and my other cousins better.