I'm not a gringo!
In Costa Rica, "gringo pinto" is the Tico term for Caucasians who try to speak Spanish, but fail miserably in their pronunciation. The term is originally gringo, but the Ticos put their own little spin to it, incorporating the terminology of their common dish of "gallo pinto" (rice and beans).
Yet another fun fact of the day!
Yesterday I had my very first test in Intermediate Spanish! It actually wasn't too difficult. We were tested over medical vocabulary, commands, the past verb tense, and the questions used to acquire information about a patient. It's interesting how they've managed to combine Health and Spanish into a single course. Although my Spanish professor is definitely more meticulous than my Spanish teachers at home, I think he has played a huge part in my improvement. I catch myself remembering his lectures while speaking Spanish to my Tica Madre. In Spanish class today, we had our midterm: a patient simulation. In a patient simulation, we (the students) pretend to be a doctor speaking to a patient. We had to acquire the patient's general information (date of birth, address, telephone, family history, etc.) and give them commands in order to take their blood pressure, measure their height, and weigh them. I was kind of nervous, but it turned out well I think!
I was relieved after the tests, because my professor let us out about an hour early both days! I came home yesterday, laid down hoping for a little siesta, reached for my eye mask, and it was gone! Who would've thought that little dog Nano snatched it off my night stand?! So much for that nap. Emy was kind enough to wash it for me, though.
It's finally the weekend!!! About time. Tomorrow, we leave for Arenal Volcano! I'll be sure to post about my adventures at the end of the weekend! ¡Hasta luego!
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