Once we leave Bogota, it is like we are in another world. The high rise buildings are non existent, and the homes are far apart. Our drive to the town of Duitama takes four hours, but it is a beautiful ride with beautiful scenery.
I have chosen the title "Hermona Patrona" because my husband has for many years affectionately called me La Patrona. In Spanish the word jefa means "she who is the boss". My husband, however, says that the word patrona refers to "she who commands". In other words, La Patrona is more powerful than La Jefa. Because we are serving on a mission, he now calls me "Hermana Patrona."