Comments from the Kids...

Estoy feliz porque estoy en Costa Rica! It was truly amazing to be here un otro vez. Yo extraño a mis padres pero estoy con mi familia tambien. I'm practicing my Spanish, and don't worry, I'll bring back plenty of coffee!

- Emily

Coming to Costa Rica was scary at first, but I already feel at home. My family has taken so many steps to make me feel comfortable, and are amazingly patient with my poor spanish. Working with the people here has been an unforgettable experience so far, and I hope I can return next year.

- Jack Allison

This is my first year here, but I feel like I've known these people for years. It's hard to get comfortable speaking and adjusting to the culture at first, but this place is so beautiful and the people are incredibly patient and welcoming. I feel like this is a home away from home!

- Caroline

This is my first year coming here and it has been great!!! The people are so welcoming to us, they invite us into their homes and make us the most delicious food!!! I hope I can come back next year!!

- Gina

This is my first time here and it is awesome so far. It is so pretty there is nothing more amazing than the scenary. I have learned a lot more spanish and now I just speak and speak. I have made new friends. I love the cold water in the shower. Now I want to move here. Pura Vida!!!

- Mariana Soares

I am absolutely elated to be back again! Its great to see all these beautiful, kind people as well as the gorgeous scenary. This year Ive gained confidence to be more loquacious with my spanish & have enjoyed conversing a lot with mi mama aqui. Adios!

- Sarah

I am glad to be back in Costa Rica, my second home. We aer working hard and having lots of fun! Everything is so beautiful here, which makes the work seem so much easier.

-Logan

For the last three days, we have worked very hard, and accomplished many task, and we all look forward to another week of hard work and success,

- Eli Stillwell