...who apparently has more in common with my father than I knew (picture shown). Life in Bagaces is cooking right along. The rainy season is here (although, it has not been that rainy), I've had one friend visit and another set coming next week and I've been enjoying getting to know my new special someone and all that entails.
The morning cries of monkey's, roosters and the occasional bird has subsided or i've learned to sleep through them. Every day I wake up expecting to see a gray cloud and the sound of rain beating down on the roof, but all I see is sunshine. Lots, and lots of sunshine. After eight months I have started to adapt to my surroundings...I seem to prefer rice over pasta, I find it hard to carry on an English conversation (without throwing in at least one Spanish word) and firmly believe a bicycle or bus can take you anywhere you need to go.
I won't deny a feeling of isolation comes and goes living here and learning how to do everything over again - the way it is done here. At times I miss my friends and family terribly. But honestly, I can say I wouldn't trade this experience (and all its challenges) for the comfort of home. The people I have met, from all over the world, continue to open my mind. Even the casual bike ride will force me to remember and appreciate my surroundings. Some people may see my decision as putting my future on hold. But I can honestly say I have furthered myself and my career more here in the last eight months than I have since college. I love my job and the opportunities it provides. I enjoy living in this small, yet oh-so-eventful town. I respect the average Costa Rican who works hard, makes little money but is genuinely happy. Maybe it is the simplicity of life, maybe it is the overall appreciation for the little things - but I am really enjoying getting to know myself in Costa Rica.
Pura Vida.
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Kate, you have grabbed life by the cojones! Good for you. I think it's so awesome that you are following your heart and trying new things, making new friends and jumping into life with both feet. You're an inspiration.
You go girl!
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