Love in Any Language - Evelyn Kohl LaTorre
Back in the summer of 2020 I was captivated by Evelyn Kohl LaTorre’s story of finding love in Peru during her time stationed there with the Peace Corps. And I had mentioned in my review that I really wanted to see what happened to that love story once Evelyn’s time in Peru came to an end… And thankfully this wish came true as Evelyn wrote another memoir detailing the next few decades of her life with Antonio! I actually read Love in Any Language within a few days over the summer, and was just as captivated by Evelyn’s words as I was with her initial memoir, Between Inca Walls.
In Love in Any Language we learn how Evelyn and Antonio navigate life together in the US, where Evelyn becomes the main breadwinner for a while, and Antonio struggles to find work, even after he finishes his studies. We also study the ups and downs of life as a couple with two small children, both passionate about everything that they love, and intent on creating a better life for their family, and also for those around them.
What I found the most inspiring is how Evelyn managed to juggle everything: school, work, being a present mother, and also being there for her extended family, all the while always looking to improve their own living situations, and supporting Antonio through his darker times. As someone with three small children and a full time school load I know just how much it takes from you, and really thoroughly admire Evelyn. I can honestly say that Evelyn’s memoir has inspired me to keep at it and to not give up. Education is for life, and we are never too old to take on a new course or a new discipline!
I also don’t want to give the most beautiful part of this story away, but I’m a real sucker for a proper, real life love story, and this is really as good as it gets.
Thank you Evelyn for your honesty and your ability to dig deep and tell a story that everyone should hear!