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| NFS and our sister school in Costa Rica |
Costa Rica was something I had been looking forward to since 6th grade and one of the reasons I chose Spanish. The trip to Costa Rica provided me with an unparalleled personal insight into the people and their culture. I learned, on the Costa Rica trip, that sometimes you have to let go of your customary ways and enjoy the feeling of trying or doing something new.
I loved traveling to Costa Rica because it forced me challenge my norms and step out of my comfort zone. Before going on the ziplines, looking down from heights would make my heart beat a little faster. Knowing how breathtaking the view and experience would be, and how much I would regret not going, compelled me to join the rest of our group on the zip lines. I ended up having the time of my life, seeing the beauty of the rainforest from above.
As with my zipline experience, staying with my homestay family was nerve-wracking for me. I was scared to death of staying for three nights at a stranger’s house. My fears were only more pronounced when I noticed the gun hanging on the wall. My fears were uncalled for. My homestay parents welcomed me into their home without hesitation, cooked vegetarian food for me, and talked with me about my day and about my life in the US.
As with my zipline experience, staying with my homestay family was nerve-wracking for me. I was scared to death of staying for three nights at a stranger’s house. My fears were only more pronounced when I noticed the gun hanging on the wall. My fears were uncalled for. My homestay parents welcomed me into their home without hesitation, cooked vegetarian food for me, and talked with me about my day and about my life in the US.
I wouldn’t change a thing about my trip to Costa Rica, and I hope that the memories and lessons I learned will stay with me throughout my life.
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