In the few days I have left here in Costa Rica, I have been finalizing my school work, packing and resting. I have a 1,500 word paper that is due two days after I return to the States, and I would rather spend those two days catching up with my son and my friends, than have my school work to complete. Yesterday, I went into San Jose to meet up with my friend Michelle, for a quick lunch. It was nice to be able to spend some time with her before I have to leave. She is in the Hotel and Restaurant Management program here at the University, and is in her Culinary term. She took me to a chineese market to purchase pigs ears for a project that she had to provide food for. I have never tasted, nor have I had the desire to taste pigs ear, but in the spirit of all things culinary, I tried it. I still don't like it, but at least I can say I tried it. It was prepared by boiling it in a seasoned broth until tender, but the texture was rubbery.
This morning Oky and I sat down for breakfast together, and she ended up sharing some of her life history with me. Such a wonderful woman, with such a wonderful life history. Tonight she is cooking us dinner, and then I am off to finalize the packing and get ready to leave. I have had a wonderful time here in Costa Rica, but I am also so excited to return home to the United States tomorrow.
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