Back home
Good evening and greetings!
I finally have the chance to write my final blog. It's been a crazy past few days because I just got back home from Costa Rica. I have been unpacking and getting back in the hang of things and my daily schedule. I can't believe my time abroad went by so fast. I was in Heredia for almost 4 months and it felt like only a week.
It is definitely bittersweet being back home. On my way back home, when I was in the plane, I couldn't believe that I was finally going back home, no matter how many times I told myself and repeated it. The last night in Costa Rica was sad because I was saying goodbye to my host family and all my friends that I made in the program. One thing I already miss by being back home is the warm weather and not having to wear layers and my winter coat!
When I first landed, I immediately felt the difference not only in the temperature but the environment felt different. I was so excited to see my friends and family at the airport. When I finally got home, I could not wait to greet my furry friends. My dog and cat were so excited to see me, and I was overwhelmed with the feeling of being back home.
The first night I was back home, my friends and I went out to eat in a restaurant and I felt culture shock in my own country. It was definitely different being surrounded by people who spoke English all around me. I even caught myself ordering something off the menu in Spanish, and had to quickly remind myself I wasn't in Costa Rica anymore.
Overall, it took about two full days to adjust to being back home, and it still feels a bit strange at times, especially when I finally drove in my car again. The roads and being behind the wheel was different as well. I already miss Costa Rica a lot, and all the memories I made there, but I know someday I will return there. It is definitely a place I now call my second home. I don't regret one single thing, and I have had the time of my life. I could not stress enough to everyone, to take the chance and leap out of your comfort zone and to study abroad. It is something that will change your life forever.
I have enjoyed sharing my experiences with you all throughout my time abroad. Pura Vida! (Costa Rican saying that means "pure life".)
As always,
Camille Zalewski
I finally have the chance to write my final blog. It's been a crazy past few days because I just got back home from Costa Rica. I have been unpacking and getting back in the hang of things and my daily schedule. I can't believe my time abroad went by so fast. I was in Heredia for almost 4 months and it felt like only a week.
It is definitely bittersweet being back home. On my way back home, when I was in the plane, I couldn't believe that I was finally going back home, no matter how many times I told myself and repeated it. The last night in Costa Rica was sad because I was saying goodbye to my host family and all my friends that I made in the program. One thing I already miss by being back home is the warm weather and not having to wear layers and my winter coat!
When I first landed, I immediately felt the difference not only in the temperature but the environment felt different. I was so excited to see my friends and family at the airport. When I finally got home, I could not wait to greet my furry friends. My dog and cat were so excited to see me, and I was overwhelmed with the feeling of being back home.
The first night I was back home, my friends and I went out to eat in a restaurant and I felt culture shock in my own country. It was definitely different being surrounded by people who spoke English all around me. I even caught myself ordering something off the menu in Spanish, and had to quickly remind myself I wasn't in Costa Rica anymore.
Overall, it took about two full days to adjust to being back home, and it still feels a bit strange at times, especially when I finally drove in my car again. The roads and being behind the wheel was different as well. I already miss Costa Rica a lot, and all the memories I made there, but I know someday I will return there. It is definitely a place I now call my second home. I don't regret one single thing, and I have had the time of my life. I could not stress enough to everyone, to take the chance and leap out of your comfort zone and to study abroad. It is something that will change your life forever.
I have enjoyed sharing my experiences with you all throughout my time abroad. Pura Vida! (Costa Rican saying that means "pure life".)
As always,
Camille Zalewski
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