Mask making in Costa Rica

Written by Ericka Peele
Edited by Mr. Moreland

So, today we were able to how traditional masks are made in Costa Rica. I thought that the mask making was really interesting becuase the man who made the masks took pride in the work he does and that each of his creations brought him joy. Traditional masks are made from stories that is told throughout a town and the masks are worn at festitivals. The man is most proud that his masks bring excitiment to many people of Costa Rica and to people around the world. I also liked the way the mask maker and a group of community children performed and danced while wearing the masks and that many people in our group joined in wearing the masks and dancing with them as well.

During that visit, I learned that even though he was doing what he loved, it wasn't his main way of making money. He had a second job working up in the mountains to support his family. It made me think about in the United States, and how some people tend to be money driven and they put aside or forget about what they love to do or fail to spend time with their family. I think more people should be like him and do what they love and love what they do.