7/10

Today's Schedule:

0830: Breakfast
0930:  Apply Aloe to burnt body
1010: Fall back asleep
1330: Wake up
1345: hang out and talk
1630: Walk down the street to find souvenirs
1640: Purchase Daiquiris then walk home
1900: Eat amazing dinner/watch Caps game
2130: Play fish bowl
2300: Sleep


Today was definitely a recuperation day. After nights of going to bed late and waking up early, my body was tired and ready to waste away the day sleeping. It is crazy to think that just last week, I graduated college, commissioned, and traveled to Central America for the first time in my life. It all happened so fast and furious, so I think it makes sense that I am EXHAUSTED!

The highlight of the day was the sunset that we were able to enjoy from our Villa this evening. Everyone gathered by the West facing banister as the sun lit up the sky with colors only a beautiful God could create. Colors so vibrant my small human brain couldn't even comprehend all of its visual splendor. The colors cut through the different types of clouds revealing each sharp and elegant curve. It was awesome.

I'll put a picture of it up soon. Sorry the computer situation is not too hot here.

Pura Vida!

6/60

It’s funny that while here on vacation I’ve been getting less sleep than a normal day at USAFA.... so I guess it still helps that I am a functioning zombie. I will soon fall back into normal human mode when I head back to the states. 

With an early day came lots of time to spend beachin’ and inevitably burning. My butt is so burnt that when not wearing pants, it looks like I have white underwear on still! You think I would have learned by now... sorry Mom. 

We ended the day with some dancing at a local hostile. It wasn’t very loud or crowded, but with a solid group of PTWOBS, anything is possible. Tomorrow there will be free salsa lessons... tune in tomorrow to see how that one goes. 

My favorite part of the day was an afternoon shower that rolled through. I was still in my baiting suit outside, so I was able to sit on a table under the trees and plants of our villa and soak in the raw beauty of not just rain, but rain IN THE JUNGLE. God is very creative. Two claps and a Ric Flair. 

5/60

Hola! I am quickly being reminded of how much Spanish I do NOT remember. The only other non-English words that my brain is able to spit out is German. I have accidentally spoken German to about four people while here, and it was extremely embarrassing every time.

Today we went on some ATV adventures. Chandler, the Saudi Princess, found this amazing deal that wound up being a grand adventurous day. 

A bus picked us up from the gate outside of our house. The bus already had a family of four on it, including their two high school aged girls. Bless that family because they had to deal with all of our shenanigans the entire day. 

After paying and signing a waiver, we were bussed to a small village at the base of the near by hills. The roads were lined with cows, horses, small families, and construction sites. It was very strange just driving through these people's homes. Their homes were very humble, almost decrepit, but seemed to do the job with a roof and floor. I can't imagine the living conditions in this area when the extremely rainy and cold season hits. Upon arriving at the correct home, we loaded up on our ATVs and started the course. I shared with the mighty Chop N' Shock, who naturally rocked my world... in a pretty scary way. She almost hit a tree and then flipped our ride into a ditch. After taking the front seat back and getting us out of previously mentioned ditch, we stopped at the half way point to take a bit of a jungle hike. We all then took a swim at the base of a small but strong waterfall. It was so fun climbing through the jungle vines to arrive at a discrete piece of paradise. We took the same path back and then ate lunch prepared by the family that ran the company.

only dying a little because of the humidity {not in colorado anymore}

The entire experience was beautiful to say the least, but then again, the best part was having fun and spending time with my teammates and friends. 

After the ATV outing, about ten of us went to the beach to get a little surf/swim in. It was fun and I only got destroyed by waves twice!

God blessed us with a beautiful sunset while swimming, the reminder of who is to thank for all of these sites, experiences, and feelings.

Christana with a fresh coconut!

4/60

HELLO COSTA RICA. All the expectations and hype was well worth it let me tell you. This place is a treasure chest of life and diversity all wrapped underneath a blinker of whispy saturated clouds. It is the rainy season here and the beauty of growth and  new spring life is on full display. All of the people that we were waiting on to fly in made it with minimal issue. 

Staying here at the Villa, we have hired a family to prepare our meals for us as we skip around the the house and town. The happiness that I experience sitting at the the table with 18 of my team mates is something that is nearly tangible in these moments. They are my best friends and I love spending time adventuring and laughing together.

Today we went to the Manuel Antonio National Park, to walk around and see whatever was available to our touristy eyes. The park was {guarded} by street vendors selling various foods and goods. From clay birds to baggies of mangos, the people wanted your attention and your money even more. The park itself was well preserved, with sloths and toucans all around. After walking for about half way around the park we found a beach with a large piece of drift wood floating around. About ten of use proceeded to rip our clothes off and climb over the smooth log. We played for hours, and in that moment I was so very happy. Some may even say {content}. 

3/60

The Ferguson adventures in Colorado came to a close today as we all embarked on our separate paths. I along with another random straggler that we found in need of a ride, began our trip to Costa Rica. Relatively normal flights occupied our time {thank God}. A {fake}snake on a plane made an appearance and I continued to be one of the most needy passengers on the plane with frequent bathroom brakes and drink requests. 

Having a lot of time to think today, I am just amazed at how BOMB my family is. Especially my parents and sister. To say I am happy to be a Ferguson is an understatement. I am honored, blessed, and humbled to be a part of two sides of a family that loves to come together as one, that always have a fun time, and that time and time again proves that the people around you are the single thing that matters most in this life. 

Thank you Mom and Dad for always being there and for listening and supporting everything that I have done, and will do {both irresponsible and wise}. Thank you Sis for helping me learn patience and how important it is to actively show love to the people around you. Thank you Hennah for staying a close and amazing friend that is exciting and able to love past mistakes and shortcomings.

I love you all so much and can’t thank God enough for the blessing of family that has been a constant foundation for my life. Ndn

Soon I will arrive at my WOB family, and I can’t be more excited...Until then, here are the random faces of Molly while traveling...

2/60

Yesterday I was in a wedding and we partied like it was 2018. 

The wedding was for my dear friend Brittany that has been my friend since the first days of basic training. Brittany is married to another close friend of mine, so it was exciting to see all of our friends in one place. 

Shout out to Mom, Lindz, Hennah, and ChaunDreezy for helping in the crown making process... she loved each and every one of them.

I had to say goodbye to some great people today and it was rather sad, but that's okay because I know we will see each other soon in this small Air Force.

4/6 Brides Maids <3

The Queen Herself!

1/60

Here we go y'all...