Today my wonderful roommates, Professor McNulty, and Javi set out to Camuy Caverns to explore. I had never been to a cave before so needless to say, I was very excited. After about an hour and a half bus ride, we arrived on the beautiful premises. We watched a quick film about the caverns and began our journey. Walking into the caves was absolutely breathtaking. It’s was amazing to be in a place that has been forming over millions and millions of years. We were lucky enough to see a few bats and even learned that their feces are used as fertilizer to help the ecosystem of the cave grow. Who knew!? Puerto Rico is very proud of their natural wonders, including Camuy and El Yunque, the rainforest that we went to a few weeks ago. I can see why they are so proud: the palm trees, huge bamboo stalks, soft moss, and not to mention the views of the gorgeous beaches are sites
that attract people from all over the world.
that attract people from all over the world.
Isle Verde has turned out to be my favorite beach so far on the island. The water is turquoise and the sand is so soft and clean. Pictures can’t even do it justice. The beach is only about a ten minute bus ride from our apartment but more times than not, we don’t catch the bus at the right time and have to wait for over an hour. The lack of bus schedule has probably been the most difficult part of living in San Juan. I had heard that the pace of life is slow here, but I still cannot get used to it. Even going to the supermarket is an ordeal because the cashiers take their time and even take personal phone calls while in the middle of the transaction. I miss being able to hop in my car and make a quick trip to Target, but I do have to say that I don’t miss filling up my gas tank every week!
The food in Puerto Rico is very tasty, but I can see why diabetes and hypertension are leading diseases on the island. My favorite is without a doubt chicken Mofongo- a delicacy made with fried plantains. A few weeks
ago I ordered a thin fried food that was about the size of a Frisbee. I had no idea what is was, but it was amazing. The next day Javi told me it was a codfish fritter! Most of the food down here is fried and has a lot of carbohydrates. The cafeteria at the hospital serves fried chicken and French fries around the clock and believe it or not, it is the norm to see people eating it for breakfast. Although I miss my mom’s Keurig coffee maker, Puerto Rican coffee is very strong and gets the job done. It is often mixed with hot milk, which adds a nice touch.
ago I ordered a thin fried food that was about the size of a Frisbee. I had no idea what is was, but it was amazing. The next day Javi told me it was a codfish fritter! Most of the food down here is fried and has a lot of carbohydrates. The cafeteria at the hospital serves fried chicken and French fries around the clock and believe it or not, it is the norm to see people eating it for breakfast. Although I miss my mom’s Keurig coffee maker, Puerto Rican coffee is very strong and gets the job done. It is often mixed with hot milk, which adds a nice touch.
Exploring the island has been great and there is so much to see here. I can’t wait for Vieques, Ponce, and Culebra this semester! I am so thankful that we get to stay for almost four months.
I miss everyone back home and I hope everybody is doing well!
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