I had a discussion this evening before dinner with the girl, Jess, about the Vietnam War. My main conclusion now from that conversation is that my analytical skills have slowed and my rhetorical skills are poor. The content of the conversation was interesting, but not important now in comparison to my conclusions. I need to focus more energy to reading reflectively to gain new information, and then apply it directly to engaging intellectual conversations. I must challenge myself mentally and intellectually. Since my activity in college, I feel I have become dull as a butter knife. I also feel that my ability for retention has diminished really since high school. It may or may not be related, but I will continue my minimal alcohol consumption. Also, I will attempt to write more as a form of reflection. Perhaps I can organize monthly or weekly meetings to discuss new topics each session. I must use this trip as a springboard to improve myself in as many ways as possible. I think I will also send Jess an email later, clarifying my opinion on the Vietnam War and also the hippie movement, and the causes and factors of each.
Well, in a brief re-cap of tonight, we had a dinner of fish and potatoes, with a dessert of cantaloupe. It was delicious. Then, Ronald, Jess, and I went into the ocean under the moon and stars. It was really fun to be in the water while having difficulty seeing the next wave: it made for an interesting, exciting experience. I laughed a lot and had a great time.
Well, tomorrow, I meet Ronald and Jess for breakfast, then we each go our separate way. I will go to Nosara, and hope to be there by lunchtime. As always, it is exciting and curious to be hitting the road to a new place, to meet new people, and to live new adventures.
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