Last Thoughts

Some people spend there whole life trying to figure out who they are, what they want to accomplish, and where they fit in. Going to Costa Rica has helped me. I always try to be grateful of what I have, but it's nice to have a reminder. Costa Rica reminded me of how lucky I am to be where I'm at: the education I am able to receive, the things I can afford, friends who no matter what never leave me, and my family who have no choice and can't leave me. I have always viewed family as the most important thing to me. Ticos believe this as well. No matter the situation, family comes first.

I will do things differently now. I will now only use water when I have to. When I am brushing my teeth, I only use water to wet the brush and rinse my mouth. Cold showers aren’t that big of a deal. I’ll just be happy I have clean water to take a shower in. I am also happy I come from a place where the water is drinkable. My mom always said “it’s the little things in life that count,” and she’s right.

“Be grateful for what you already have. Declare what you would like to have with positive emotion. Act on the opportunities that appear in front of you.”