What I want to remember

I want to remember that I am a spoiled brat back home. I am so privileged and need to remember that I am very comfortable back home. Walking through the small town of Quepos allows for you to see the way of life here. There are children playing with old baby dolls and random home items. My host family had a distant cousin and her son was just 2 years old. His name is Aiden and he is the happiest, cutest, and most easy going baby I’ve ever met. His mom did not receive child support from her ex and there was a lot of struggle. The few items I did not have room for in my suitcase I was able to give to them. Items such as wet wipes (it gets hot and sticky there), sunscreen (I had brought it from home because it was too expensive to buy in CR), and feminine hygiene products that I did not need.

I know that I am not as well off as other NCC students, but I do know that I am in a better financial position than Aiden and his mom. I hope nothing but the best for them and I really enjoyed the time I had with him. I took him to the little store around the corner and bought him little juices that he would normally not get at home. I am so grateful that they included me in the little things. Gracias Aiden, Marlene y Cindy ❤