February 19-20th :
When I woke up in Costa Rica I felt a sense of independence and self-determination! I am free to make up my mind in any way that I choose. But I also felt a thrilling anticipation of what is to come. I’m eighteen years old in a foreign country, free to do as I please. That’s a scary thought.
As I got myself ready for the day I smelled some very interesting herbs and spices, not like the ones in Minnesota! I had gallo pinto for breakfast. This is a mix of rice and beans. They served me it on one of the smallest plates I have ever eaten off from. I bet the plate wasn’t more than 3 inches in diameter! Maria also served me fried eggs. I thought the breakfast tasted great, but it was different having something salty for breakfast. I usually just have a protein shake.
My classmates and I took a walking tour and bus tour of Alajuela and San Jose, Costa Rica. We also took a tour of the ICLC, where we will be taking our classes. The bus dropped us off at the bottom of this huge hill that we have to walk everyday to get to school. It took us 15 minutes to get from where the bus dropped us off to the school! We have to walk so much more here in Costa Rica, but I love the exercise. The tour guides took us to a great restaurant that served authentic Costa Rican food. It was delicious.
