Hasta Luego, Costa Rica

All in all, being in Costa Rica has been one of the most rewarding trips I've been on. I really learned to get outside of my comfort zones and utilize my skills in Spanish. Even though I always said I would, I never saw myself actually visiting a country in Central or South America; however, now that I have, all I want to do is visit again and again. I fell so much in love with their simplicity for things and their way of life. They make the most of everything and it's a beautiful thing. They also don't take a lot for granted which this day in age is very common in North America.

Costa Rica also taught me a lot about myself. Everyday was a new learning experience on how I would handle or react to certain instances. Some things I did, such as ignore, really hurt my stomach. I figured out I'm not one that likes to ignore a situation. Instead, I learned to give more patience and attention. A lot of times those who cry for attention are the ones hurting the most inside. Therefore, I decided to be patient with more things, let more opinions go, and work with what was in front of me. When you are somewhere for three weeks, there isn't much you can change in a country you don't know other than your attitude.

I also learned to believe in myself whether I'm right or wrong. I will never know anything unless I give it try and want to push myself. That's really what this trip was about for me. Finding my limitations and then trying to make them farther.

I think this was a good experience for me because I've never had to go out of my comfort zone until this trip. I stayed in my hometown for college. I've worked with the same people since I was a sophomore in high school. Not much has changed for me which can be looked upon as good, but I thin



k it's sad. This trip made me open my eyes to what else is out there. I want to grow, learn, and explore more.