I have always been a big believer in the importance of physical activity. For both physical and mental health. My three weeks in Cali were completely amazing and confirmed to me just how important movement is. We spent an average of three hours a day dancing (sometimes more) and I have not felt happier in a long time (which is definitely saying something because I haven't really been unhappy in a long, long time). During the group classes (which were often like Latin dance aerobics classes with amazing instructors) I would notice that I could not stop smiling. I am convinced that dancing is in it's own special league in terms of it's benefits and people's ability to express themselves through it.
One of the things I am going to miss most (about south America in general, but more specifically Cali) is the amazing music and the way that dancing plays such an integral role in daily life here. Though Cali is famous for its amazing salsa, when you go to the clubs you see dancers at all levels, having fun, smiling and just feeling the music. It is amazing and is something that will not be easily replicated in Canada. To make ourselves feel better J and I are getting all the music from Cali that we can, which is helpful particularly because of music's amazing ability to transport one to a specific time or location in our lives.
A great big muchas Gracias goes out to Cali, Jovitas hostel, Son de Luz dance school, and all the amazing people we have met that made Cali the experience that it was. I leave with some sadness, but mostly with wonderful memories, some new moves, hilarious pictures, a happy heart and a whole lot of gratitude that I was able to have this beautiful experience.
Gracias xo
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