It is official; I am halfway done with my time in Costa Rica! There still are days that I can’t believe I am living in a different country. I have learned so much and I know I still have a lot to learn and to experience. Tonight I was actually able to have a conversation with my house mom tonight! It was very minimal, but very exciting for me. She is the sweetest lady and treats me like I am her own daughter and even though there is a language barrier I love her so much. I guess actions do speak louder than words. Basically, I love it here most days because each day is a new day!
Mostly I love coming to school to see all the kids and teach them. I was surprised by how friendly the kids are. It is almost like I am back at Camp War Eagle where I am the kid’s counselor and just their friend. They tease me about numerous things; my personal favorite is their attempt to hook me up with one of the teachers here so I will not go back to the states. They have my wedding all planned out down to who will sing, be the preacher and the flower girl. Honestly, it is quite embarrassing but a funny story to tell. They also try to teach me Spanish and laugh at me when I mess up.
Every day is a different day and I never know how the kids are going to act or what they will do next. I can truthfully say that I love teaching, which is good since I am about to graduate and probably do it for a good portion of my life. I remember back in the day when I would teach my stuffed animals and my dream was to become a teacher and now it is finally here. (That sounds cheesy, I know) It is weird this whole growing up thing and has really been on my mind lately. (Without a TV and a car to go anywhere I have a lot of time to think now) It’s crazy and exciting to think that in just a few months I will be on my own and starting the rest of my life. I am not scared, because I am definitely looking forward to it, I just can’t wrap my mind around the fact that I am not going to be a student any longer. It is the only profession I have known besides the glory days at Sonic and other minimum wage jobs I have had.
Here is also a verse I found that has really been on my mind lately…
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. John 14:27 (NIV)
I know this post is not about an exciting adventure I have been on but I have been a little bored at school so I thought I would just type out my thoughts and share them. Miss and love you all!
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