Things to know before traveling/visiting/moving to Costa Rica Dress appropriately. Costa Rica is known for its natural beauty and exciting activities. It is also the most cosmopolitan country… Continue reading “Things to know before traveling/visiting/moving to Costa Rica”…
Mi Hermano Mayor A brief update: Sorry I haven’t posted, but I had a family emergency and had to fly to be with… Continue reading “Mi Hermano Mayor”…
Homologar this, M*F*K*R The word of the week is homologar, which here means to convert from a US (or other foreign country’s) driver’s… Continue reading “Homologar this, M*F*K*R”…
Salud! To your health! As I’ve mentioned before, Costa Rica has nationalized healthcare, called La Caja. Once I received my visa, I became eligible… Continue reading “Salud! To your health!”…
Keep on Tracking When last we spoke, I had learned that my visa was approved. There was a final step to be taken.… Continue reading “Keep on Tracking”…
Where all the lights are bright….. After a year of Ubering into downtown San Jose only when necessary, I have begun to do some exploring of… Continue reading “Where all the lights are bright…..”…
It’s a good day! I am very pleased to announce that my visa de residencia has been approved. I received an email with the… Continue reading “It’s a good day!”…
Feliz Año Nuevo Happy New Year from the land of Pura Vida! I spent the holidays in Atlanta and Jacksonville and came home… Continue reading “Feliz Año Nuevo”…
Happy Holidays Sorry it’s been a while. My world and life have changed dramatically since the loss of my sweet companion. I was… Continue reading “Happy Holidays”…
Rest in Peace, QiJian QiJian the Lion-Hearted of the Winter Solstice* died in my arms at 9:03 this evening. He was my beloved companion… Continue reading “Rest in Peace, QiJian”…