Perhaps the most important thing in being an English teacher is finding proper expectations for your job. Initially all my expectations were completely off. I…
My trip to South Korea began with a weekend in Seoul. Researching where to stay in Seoul quickly revealed Seoul as a very huge and…
The girls I sat near all giggled and looked back at me whispering, “Kawaii! Kawaii!” The Japanese word for cute. Several teachers got up and…
by Colleen McCollum, Greenheart Travel High School Abroad Participant in Japan Colorado is a rather open, spread out state. It also lacks the general concept…
When I first met my Japanese host mother, Akiko-san, and host sister, Saki-chan, I was very surprised- probably because they were both complete opposites from…
My favorite inspirations from the film is when she states the importance of “finding your place, and making it your own.” Here in Costa Rica,…
While December 25th is listed as the official Christmas holiday, it is easy to see that Ticos celebrate throughout the entire month of December! The…
Along with conservation comes sustainability, and sustainable farming is a lifestyle in Costa Rica. Many families grow their own fruits and vegetables, they milk their…
In Costa Rica, the traditionally North American holiday known as “Thanksgiving” is not widely celebrated. The “Accion de Gracias” or “Action of Thanks,” is only…
There have been many moments, in many days, where I have been frustrated…frustrated that I could not understand the language, frustrated with the heat, humidity,…