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December 17th, 2023 - Navigating Neglect

My Daily Adventures - A Journey Through the Dualities of Dominican Life

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Joseph Allen Paine
Dec 18, 2023
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9:30 AM - Waking up late is a luxury I rarely afford myself, but today, it felt necessary.

The resort was quiet, unusually so. It's as if I was the first to rise, or perhaps, the last? The stillness of a family vacation morning in Punta Cana, a rare moment of solitude amidst the chaos of togetherness.

We're set to leave Punta Cana today, our bags packed with both souvenirs and memories.

The Zona Colonial awaits us, a promise of history and culture nestled in the heart of Santo Domingo.

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A detour is planned - an old church, steeped in time and stories, its walls whispering secrets of the past. I anticipate the contrast of ancient stone against the vibrant life of the city.

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