Pura Vida Caribbean Side

I’m Not So Special

On Being Not Special in Paradise

Getting to Costa Rica — with our dogs

After making the decision to emigrate to Costa Rica we were left…

Beaching In Puerto Viejo

No offense to high energy Black Sea beaches teaming with spritely teens. It’s…

Rebirth

When I lost my job in 2012 I went through the normal process, online searches for a new job…

Thank you for your lovely comments!

Fonsi, it’s lovely to hear feedback and especially with a backstory and a link to your work. It’s absolutely beautiful. I love that you’ve discovered wonder and adventure in your own homeland. That must feel fantastic. I will be sure to try out your recommendation. I’m so happy you took time out to read my posts! Thank you!

Buckling Down and Getting Happy

I left Chicago and landed in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica

Two months ago I moved to Puerto Viejo, Costa…

Paradise Loaned

A mixed bag of fortune brought us to Puerto Viejo. I love being here and we can stay… if our Humboldt Park house sells for what we…