The group has arrived, enjoyed a meal together, and is tucking in for a well-earned rest.
Arrived
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Bob Bandoni
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Costa Rica II
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Update from Lily and Ella
Costa Rica II
Lily: While riding horses with Victor I was able to talk and reflect with him about his life and Rancho Quemado. He talked about his job and how he loves what he does, he owns multiple horses, many that are used for riding in festivals in Costa Rica. He also monitors a farm close to him...
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Arrived to Rancho Quemado
Costa Rica II
Ashley shared her story about her daughter Esperanza. There is not enough work in Rancho Quemado, so she has to leave with her parents so that she can work in another town. It drove home the points from our pre-course curriculum about the economic challenges facing people in this region and the difficulty in balancing...
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Eye-Opening Perspectives
Costa Rica II
While we were at the trapiche Don Carmen, Victor shared with us a very personal story about his life and the struggles he faced, including not being able to go to school past third grade. This was very touching and really gave us a new perspective and new awareness for the privileged life we live....
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