What are the effects of the two canceled trips to Panama over the course of the story? Use R.A.C.E to answer the question.

When the trip to Panama for Rafael's high school reunion is cancelled, Rafael is hurt because of the way he was treated by the organizer. The organizer made fun of him for being an American... that he acted high and mighty. Rafael had looked forward to attending the reunion but cancelled his plans because of the way he was treated.