Less than four days till I'm living in what I like to call the jungle.
No Costa Rica is not a jungle - it actually is pretty diverse. The country offers two completely different coast - one located along the Caribbean and the other along the Pacific Ocean. Both have their own unique vibes of which I have yet to completely explore.
I've only visited the coast along the Pacific Ocean in a town that appeared more inclined to surfers. To me (and I could be wrong) the coast bordering the Caribbean has calmer waves while the ocean side is probably more ideal for surfers, but until I visit the Caribbean side I cannot definitively say anything.
However, I will be staying in neither one of these locations! I will be located right in the heart of Costa Rica - and it is not the capital San Jose. My town will be located about 3-4 hours outside of the capital. I will be teaching ESL during a summer camp and I am super excited!
Actually that is a lie. I am anxious, nervous, and asking myself what the heck did I sign up for? When I first started doing the research for this project in September of last year it all seemed perfect and a right fit. I wouldn't be there for a long time, but just long enough to embrace the culture. I even applied for a grant to help me pay for the expenses. But now as the time approaches, suddenly I'm having second thoughts. Which is asinine! I've always wanted to travel and live abroad. While I don't hate it - I also don't care to be a tourist. I'd much rather stay an extended time and explore the customs, culture, and people than pop in for a couple a days and leave.
These feelings are new to me. I've lived abroad before in Europe. I went half-way across the country for college. This isn't like it will be my first time away from home for an extended period. And the biggest kicker - is that I am always planning and dreaming of living abroad. So why now when the chance comes do I feel anxious, nervous almost fearful?
But I always ask myself: Is the current life I am living what I really want? Because if it is than just say no to this opportunity. Be a person who always dreams, but never does.
It's a step of faith into the unknown. It's better to say I've done than to say I've never done it at all.
Those who I love and cherish - comments are always welcome :)
Let's create a community online.
xoxoxo
No Costa Rica is not a jungle - it actually is pretty diverse. The country offers two completely different coast - one located along the Caribbean and the other along the Pacific Ocean. Both have their own unique vibes of which I have yet to completely explore.
I've only visited the coast along the Pacific Ocean in a town that appeared more inclined to surfers. To me (and I could be wrong) the coast bordering the Caribbean has calmer waves while the ocean side is probably more ideal for surfers, but until I visit the Caribbean side I cannot definitively say anything.
However, I will be staying in neither one of these locations! I will be located right in the heart of Costa Rica - and it is not the capital San Jose. My town will be located about 3-4 hours outside of the capital. I will be teaching ESL during a summer camp and I am super excited!
Actually that is a lie. I am anxious, nervous, and asking myself what the heck did I sign up for? When I first started doing the research for this project in September of last year it all seemed perfect and a right fit. I wouldn't be there for a long time, but just long enough to embrace the culture. I even applied for a grant to help me pay for the expenses. But now as the time approaches, suddenly I'm having second thoughts. Which is asinine! I've always wanted to travel and live abroad. While I don't hate it - I also don't care to be a tourist. I'd much rather stay an extended time and explore the customs, culture, and people than pop in for a couple a days and leave.
These feelings are new to me. I've lived abroad before in Europe. I went half-way across the country for college. This isn't like it will be my first time away from home for an extended period. And the biggest kicker - is that I am always planning and dreaming of living abroad. So why now when the chance comes do I feel anxious, nervous almost fearful?
But I always ask myself: Is the current life I am living what I really want? Because if it is than just say no to this opportunity. Be a person who always dreams, but never does.
It's a step of faith into the unknown. It's better to say I've done than to say I've never done it at all.
Those who I love and cherish - comments are always welcome :)
Let's create a community online.
xoxoxo