Preview

The Joys Of Nicaragua

Satisfactory Essays
Open Document
Open Document
61 Words
Grammar
Grammar
Plagiarism
Plagiarism
Writing
Writing
Score
Score
The Joys Of Nicaragua
Nicaragua.

Its been two months that I have called this place home. I have already had a variety of opportunities to explore and celebrate this country. From their independence day, to camping in a canyon in the north of the country(including the traditional Nicaraguan scary stories around the campfire!). These are just some of the joys of the last few months.

You May Also Find These Documents Helpful

  • Satisfactory Essays

    The New World beginning in 1492 brought about the Christian era, the Spanish and a new morale code, baptism, Mass and new concept of good and evil and the concept of a crucified…

    • 527 Words
    • 3 Pages
    Satisfactory Essays
  • Good Essays

    Conquered as a Spanish colony in 1523, Guatemala has been continuously subjected to great adversity. In discussing the colonial experience of this Latin-American nation, it must be known what kind of state it was in at the time it was overcome. From what scientists and historians have gathered, the ancient Maya were the first to settle on the land. They were well developed, advanced, and exceptionally skilled. However, in 1524, their control would be challenged and the course of the land forever changed. Enter Pedro de Alvarado, a Spanish conquistador with a proficient past. Arriving in Guatemala with 120 horsemen, 300 soldiers, and several hundred Mexican auxiliaries, Alvarado began to explore. His expedition met great resistance with a large…

    • 1127 Words
    • 5 Pages
    Good Essays
  • Good Essays

    The United States has a long history with intervening, occupying, and invading. In the mid to late 1800s a common thing to do was something called filibustering. Filibusters were private enterprises where United States citizens launched privately funded military expeditions to invade the western hemisphere, civilize the people, make a profit, and calm political unrest. These expeditions violated the peace acts in place at the time. One of the most famous filibusters was conducted in Nicaragua by William Walker.…

    • 674 Words
    • 3 Pages
    Good Essays
  • Good Essays

    When the Sandinistas’ first started to rise to power, those opposing begun to engage in violent actions. The United States is backing this opposing group by supplying them with weapons and other necessities for this fight. Currently in Nicaragua, these same anti-communist groups have begun to flee in efforts to escape the rule of the Sadanista’s. It is rumored that the groups are forming what are known as guerilla units. Guerilla warfare is fought in “fast-moving, small-scale actions.” The rebels and their supporters are trudging into southern Honduras. They have made camps there to accommodate the massive evacuation. Less than 2,000 fighters are still in Nicaragua today.…

    • 303 Words
    • 2 Pages
    Good Essays
  • Good Essays

    Never have I woken up faster than getting a phone call at 1am saying, “I need you STAT to H4104!” Racing from the call room to the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, I had a million thoughts running through my head. Why is the RN calling me STAT? Is the patient coding? Is the intra-aortic balloon pump I am responsible for not functioning? When I arrive, the patient’s pressures were spiraling downward and the surgeon said he must go back down for surgery. Adrenaline pumping through my veins, I realized this was not an emergency simulation I had been taught – this was real. As soon as we reach the OR, the patient went asystole. Immediately, anesthesia started injecting medications, the OR staff lined up to do compressions and I managed the balloon pump; we…

    • 625 Words
    • 3 Pages
    Good Essays
  • Good Essays

    Nicaragua Research Papers

    • 401 Words
    • 2 Pages

    Let me describe Nicaragua. Tall, silver buildings , people scurrying on the sidewalk, giant green palm trees, tropical breezes, and even a cool gust on a hot hot summer day. Nicaragua is the place to be. But that’s only what the capital is like. The rest is poor cities. Nicaragua’s main oceans are the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, and they have a lake named after them. Since its such a big country, it has three climates. The Pacific Region, Central Highlands, and the Caribbean Region, which I’ll explain later. “Violence has been Nicaragua’s most important export to the world.” -Ronald Reagan, or, the Spanish version, which Nicaraguans would be able to read,”La violencia ha sido la exportación más importante de Nicaragua al mundo” -Ronald Reagan (no date shown). Now, you want to learn more? Continue reading. You will read about geography, climate, government, economy, culture, and find out some interesting facts.…

    • 401 Words
    • 2 Pages
    Good Essays
  • Good Essays

    The United States had been involved with Nicaragua since 1850. They had been walking over them and the Nicaraguans didn’t seem to respond. In 1907 U.S. war ships took control of the Fonseca Gulf. In 1909, the Nicaraguan Nationalist Government finally decided to take a stand against the control. The government shot two of the U.S. mercenaries, but it only made matters worse for them. The United States decided to get more involved in Nicaraguan affairs, and in 1910 they forced a “puppet government” upon Nicaragua. After many years of this, Nicaragua became dependent on the United States. For example, in 1912 the Nicaraguan President requested U.S. military assistance to help control a civil war. The United States built a canal across Nicaraguan territory, leased the Great and Little Corn Islands, and established a naval base in the Gulf of Fonseca in exchange for three million dollars. In 1914 the Bryan-Chamorro Treaty was signed, and it evokes “anti-North American sentiment and guerrilla warfare in Nicaragua, and elicit[ed] protest from other Central American countries.” Augusto…

    • 584 Words
    • 3 Pages
    Good Essays
  • Good Essays

    Patriotism In Nicaragua

    • 913 Words
    • 4 Pages

    The modern Nicaragua conservative colonialist aggression and oppression, in 1522 the Spaniards opened the Nicaragua border, began in Nicaragua in 1524 established the Spanish colonial aggression, Granada and Leon city in Nicaragua, Nicaragua in 1525 completely into the Spanish colonial rule, Nicaragua declared independence in 1821, in 1839 the establishment of the Republic of Nicaragua, and in 1912 American in Nicaragua established a military, from Nicaragua in the dark ages of colonial rule, the emergence of a lot of patriots, there are many, many patriotic people die for one's country in constant struggle with the back end, all patriots, Nicaragua managed to escape the…

    • 913 Words
    • 4 Pages
    Good Essays
  • Satisfactory Essays

    A Revolution can either fail or succeed , many revolutions succeeded due to overthrowing their presidents , and kings and over all important people in that current era . For Example , The people of Nicaragua suffered a huge impact of oppression that led to the development of domination against the Sandinistas and a Revolution that impacted not only Nicaraguan people but also Latin American people with political and social effects .…

    • 422 Words
    • 2 Pages
    Satisfactory Essays
  • Satisfactory Essays

    It's a bittersweet feeling leaving a country that for the past week has welcomed me with open arms. The people, food, culture, and beautiful sceneries (to name a few things) have all been amazing! I never imagined how beautiful this country is. In one short week I was able to explore La Ceiba, visit Los Cayos Cochinos, Eat baleadas y chícharo con yuca, sing and dance along con La Guanajeña, participate in a political caravan, and many more fun experiences! I will miss Honduras.…

    • 111 Words
    • 1 Page
    Satisfactory Essays
  • Good Essays

    I would like to say I know Spanish, after four years of studying in high school and multiple trips to South and Central America, yet it seems every time I leave the States, I find myself in a frantic struggle to process the words I know and figure out the meanings of the ones I do not. Sometimes this simply means missing out on a few insignificant details, other times it can seriously complicate life.…

    • 1314 Words
    • 6 Pages
    Good Essays
  • Satisfactory Essays

    Just to mention some positive vibes, since I landed in America: I now have a wonderful new family, new friends, teachers and professors, graduated from high school with a diploma, in my third year at Brandeis University, a Boston marathon runner, in relationship (with a wonderful loving, caring, and a beautiful future partner), and…

    • 213 Words
    • 1 Page
    Satisfactory Essays
  • Good Essays

    Mexican Daily Life

    • 1758 Words
    • 8 Pages

    There are a variety of common courtesies that Americans should observe when in Mexico. Some of the important issues of cultural etiquette are described herein. When in Mexico Americans should refrain from calling themselves "Americans." Mexicans consider themselves Americans too since the whole continent is called America. Another part of Mexican culture that may be shocking to American's traveling there is the way machismo is verbalized by male members of Mexican society. Making sexual or derogatory remarks at women is a typical part of the culture and should not be seen as harassment. Wearing a wedding band and mentioning children usually will stop these types of comments. Attempting to speak Spanish even if your Spanish is not good is appreciated. When speaking in English slang and idioms should be avoided. Using broken English does not aid communication and can be seen as offensive. Many Mexicans speak English but many more read English. If possible, a written copy of what you are saying should be provided. Mexicans do not often say no because it is considered impolite. Consequently, it is important that you recognize this and look for other clues as to what the real answer is. If a Mexican says maybe it is a good indicator that the answer is definitely no. Asking for a yes or no response to a specific question repeatedly is tolerated but you must be patient because it will take a while before the real answer comes out. People stand much closer to each other in Mexico. It is considered unfriendly to back up when a Mexican approaches you in conversation. You must be aware of the tone of voice you use when in Mexico. Using a quick pace or a sharp or forceful tone will make you come across unfavorably. Eye contact is not as direct or long as in the United States. Mexicans are status conscientious so what you wear or what you drive makes a clear statement about who you are in society. When attending a social event you should arrive 30 minutes late.…

    • 1758 Words
    • 8 Pages
    Good Essays
  • Better Essays

    (e) Give three things from paragraph eight which the writer enjoyed about the Eco Termales Hot Springs resort. [3]…

    • 1298 Words
    • 5 Pages
    Better Essays
  • Satisfactory Essays

    It was really to hear from you! I was living in Colombia last year and needed to leave the country to renew my visa, so I decided to spend a week in Panama City. I really enjoyed it and the mall was really amazing! The food was really good as well. It was last December/January that I was there so the weather wasn’t to bad, and I was already used to the humidity having lived several months in Barranquilla. The people were so nice and I wish I could of just stayed longer. Are you from Panamá? Are you living in Panama City? ¿Hablas español?…

    • 106 Words
    • 1 Page
    Satisfactory Essays