by Esther Fell | KEZA Design Intern

Its funny to think about a conversation that I had with a woman during my flight to San Diego, ” You’re going to LOVE SD. It’s always sunny and just a beautiful place.” A beautiful place, that it was but the sun… can’t quite say that I saw it much (I just happened to be there for one of the coldest weeks).

Nevertheless, for my first experience on the west coast, the trip was inspiring, full of adventures and a step forward in my relationship with KEZA. It’s unbelievable to think of how my relationship with those involved with KEZA has been through phone calls and emails prior to the trip. Yet, when we had all met in person, it felt like it was just another day of seeing the people we’ve known for ages.

I’m truly grateful for the opportunity to have travel and (finally) meet Ilea and Jared (of KEZA), who have both become such an inspiration. They have both shown me what it means to be passionate about something you truly believe in. Not to mention, those guys certainly know how to make life a never ending adventure.

Tiffany (USD intern) was also a pleasure to finally met. Upon meeting her during our connecting flight in Houston, its unbelievable how fast our friendship had evolved (by the end I had started calling her ‘momma’). She took care of me and showed me the treasures of San Diego. Not to mention, tolerated my demands for specific pictures that I was determined to take.

As the trip has ended, it’s unfortunate that we have all gone back home and are now back to conference calls. But now I know I have a great support in the connections I’ve created and the progress only continues from here.