So far so good in my first 24 hours. I think I almost have the tp thing down! (after having a nervous moment in the airport when I realized there was no trashcan...and then realizing that I could just toss it in the bowl. liberating.)
Today I unpacked my bag and subsequently my dresser. How do I have so many clothes, and so much that I don't use?????????? I started two bags, one for donations and one of things my younger cousin might possibly use. My large collection of socks will have to find another home, as they don't all fit in my drawer.
During the morning I was at home with Mom, and did a lot of organizing. We shared a lot about Spain, and her recent trip there, and I shared many anecdotes of Costa Rica. It feels like the day just went so fast!
We went to pick up Dad at his new office this afternoon, as he dropped the car off to get fixed.
The highways are so different...everything is four lane, there are signs EVERYWHERE, all the cars are so new! And there were no buses in sight. Gas here is at $3.25 a gallon. So expensive. Mom asked what the prices are like down there, and I couldn't tell her because I have no clue...I ride the bus all the time. It is a real pain here that I can't just hop on a local bus and ride away, because the bus stop is a) far from my house b) doesn't pass frequently and c) connections are mainly in downtown. Imagine going all the way downtown just to try and get to the mall! I miss the simplicity of not driving.
Mom and I have been speaking a lot of Spanglish. I find that most of the time my immediate thought responses come out in Spanish...which means most of the people around me wouldn't understand my thought commentary.
Saw my good friends Johnny and Sam today! Four years ago Johnny and I were in the first group to go to CPI from my university, and we have been close buddies ever since. He and his longtime girlfriend Sam just got engaged! Congrats! It was great to catch up with them for a bit.
Ok, going to the dinner table. It is strange not having to cook for two anymore. I miss my esposo.
Pura Vida
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