SOUJOURN IN COSTA RICA

Nearly a month since we arrived in Atenas, Costa Rica and nearly have toured the entire country once again........actually the third time and still lovín it.  The last few days have found us lounging and catching our breaths.  It has been fantastic to tour around and be part of the typical Tico lifestyle; learning not only the language but the ways and traditions of these fine fine folks.
A simple life is what we continue to aspire to and what continues to entice us to continue this adventura we call living.  We are pretty relaxed!!!! Just mentioned to Claes this morning over a cup of cafe negra......we are both drinking our coffee black these days....such a great taste we dont miss the milk... that I have no traces of stress in my life this season.   We are blessed.

Today we walked to the Centro and after a few inquires and walking in a complete circle we found the Americano  Kays Panaria, where we met my sister in law Isabells' brother  John who has lived here for the last five years.  It was great to hear his story and to see how well he is doing.  Can not say enough about the medical service and life style that he has -is enjoying here.   While at the little cafe we checked out many books that are free to loan.......enjoyed an incredible cup of coffee and carrott cake.  Spoke English and jotted down a few numbers from the bulletin board.......lots of house for rent and or sale................so will check up on that for interest sake.  One never knows.

Well,  guys and gals trusting that you are all well into you New Year resolutions and hope that you will do what you gotta do.  Have a good one.......Luisa y Claes

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