Flying Home

We had to make one final stop at our favorite grocery store.  I thought it was interesting that throughout the island we saw Halloween decorations.  This American holiday is spreading worldwide. Is that a good thing? 

One of many Halloween displays we saw on the island

Removing the luggage tags means we really are heading home....sad and glad at the same time.

We had to stop and fill up the car.  Even though we'd driven all over the island we'd only used 1/2 a tank of gas. Still it was $35.  By far the most expensive thing we'd done all week.  They also don't let you pump your own...so strange.  

Some of the last views on our way to the airport.  I'm really going to miss seeing the ocean and hearing the waves.

Boarding the plane

We won't panic that Matt's seat has duct tape on it or that our row doesn't have table trays...just minor details...right?

We finally got off.  Dinner was served.  Normally, airplane food is okay, not great but okay.  I'm not too hard to please though.  Sadly, this meal was awful.  The best part was the roll.  (Looks good though, too bad it wasn't).  Not the best way to end a wonderful vacation.  Oh well, hopefully there will be a McDonald's close by. 

To say it has been an amazing week would be a huge understatement.  I could never believe Terceira Island could be this relaxing, fun, exciting and beautiful.  I really do want to come back...soon.  

Things I'll miss: 

• the ocean, the color, the sound, the view
• the hotel hot chocolate
• the colors of the city
• the cobblestone streets and sidewalks
• the cheesecake
• the relaxed, slow pace of the island (other than the drivers!)
• seeing how happy the missionaries are
• the amazing view no matter where you look on the island

Until next time.....