So, I am finally here in beautiful, but very hot, Nicoya, Costa Rica! My family is very, very nice and very welcoming. I have had a great time so far getting to see everything and getting used to the local customs. The food is wonderful here and I am eating a ton!
Yesterday we went to the school and met the principal and other teachers. They were all very nice and appreciative of us being here and even asked if we would want to come back sometime and live here in Nicoya. It is so amazing how welcoming everyone at the school was! Today we got to see a parade that was in celebration of a local tradition. It was really cool. There were a great many animals and local people dancing. I am having a blast and can´t wait to experience more!
We were able to go see this parade this weekend and it was really fun. I enjoyed being able to see everyone and speak English! The parade is in celebration of a religious festival that the town is having. There is a very old church in the middle of town that is very beautiful. I am really enjoying my time here so far and am getting comfortable with my surroundings.
The start of the parade.
The old church in the center of Nicoya.
Nicoya!
Girls dancing in the parade!