This is a very important topic, one that deserves all the attention people can give it. Thanks for bringing it.
I recently heard a chavista saying something that government officials have repeatedly affirmed, that those who left did it out of arrogance and ambition and that all of them are havign a worse time they had before they left.

The sad thing is that some people left for the wrong reason and they are giving venezuelans a horrible reputation. Also, some are really suffering and the chances of their having to return are higher than those of staying (especially now with so many restrictions and increase in xenophobia).

I have two brothers in Perú,one son and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends scattered all over the world.

It has not been easy to see friends and family leave and to see that the situation here only gets worse, making their return harder, especially for those who are making their dreams a reality.
I know that for some, even if they only make enough moeny to cover their basic expenses, and even if they have to work 12 hours a day, that life is preferable to anything in Venezuela.

The pain you describe of children in schools is something we can all relate to. My wife is an elementary school teacher and there was a time last year when every week a different child left. It is a heart-breaking situation. The damage in some cases is irreparable. That's why forgiveness and reconciliation with those responsible for such tragedy is such a touchy subject.

As you rightly point out, the worst aspect of this exodus is the loss of professionals, the best the country produced. To rebuild venezuela is going to be increasingly more difficult without their best men and women, especially considering how complicated things will be even with a change of government. The opposition seems as inmoral and corrupt and (considering some of the best professionals do not plan to return) the worst people may be left in charge of the rebuilding.