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THE MAIDEN VOYAGE

Posted on May 22, 2013 by admin

Costa Rica Cost of Living Update: A day out kayaking and snorkeling— $0 It’s official… our bargain kayaks can float. We took our maiden voyage off Playa Conchal with our friends Ian and Sandy swimming behind. They knew exactly how to … Continue reading →

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ISLAND HOPPING IN COSTA RICA

Posted on May 14, 2013 by admin

Costa Rica Cost Of Living Update: 2 used kayaks— $65 each Living at the beach has its advantages; there are a lot of fun activities, one of which is kayaking out to the small islands that speckle the horizon. Some … Continue reading →

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HAPPY HOUR & A SURF REPORT

Posted on May 4, 2013 by admin

Costa Rica Cost Of Living Update: Pork Chops on sale— $2.50 a pound There is something particularly exciting about doing radio interviews. Especially the variety that cover the pressing issues of a local municipality. I was once interviewed on a … Continue reading →

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RADIO DOS INTERVIEW

Posted on April 26, 2013 by admin

Costa Rica Cost Of Living Update: Cadbury Fruit and Nutbar (normal size)— $2 Tonight I’m being interviewed on Radio Dos between 7-9PM Eastern Time.  You can stream the show live at: http://radiodos.com/ If I’m lucky, they will let me do the … Continue reading →

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SAND SWIMMING

Posted on April 12, 2013 by admin

Costa Rica Costa Of Living Update: Used 18 foot pongo, including a 40 HP Yamaha two-stroke outboard motor with trailer— $6500 “You have to jump and swim to shore,” my friend Ian said. This is not what you want to … Continue reading →

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THE BIRD WHISPERER

Posted on March 12, 2013 by admin

Costa Rica Cost Of Living Update: 9 Volt Energizer Max battery $4.30 My husband has impeccable hearing… at least for the things that matter. He heard a thump, ran outside, and found this poor birdie. She apparently hit the window … Continue reading →

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IT’S BETTER THAN CHILI’S

Posted on February 1, 2013 by admin

Costa Rica Cost Of Living Update: Bacon cheeseburger, french fries, ocean view, with a side dip in an infinity pool—$8 Last night our internet was down.  Rob and I got restless so it was the perfect time to grab our … Continue reading →

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I’M FEELING THE LOVE

Posted on January 23, 2013 by admin

Costa Rica Cost Of Living Update: 5.3 ounce bag of Raisins—$1.60 (with the weirdest Chinese writing stamped all of over it) I recently had the pleasure of hosting a book signing at Marie’s Restaurant in Flamingo, Costa Rica. It warmed … Continue reading →

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A BOOM IN TOURISM

Posted on January 18, 2013 by admin

Costa Rica Cost Of Living Update: Neutering cat, antibiotics, parasitic medication, dewormer for two cats, protective collar– $48 It’s that time of year again. Tamarindo is bustling with tourists and the beaches are packed with eager participants learning to surf. … Continue reading →

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MY HUSBAND IS AN IDIOT

Posted on January 12, 2013 by admin

Costa Rica Costa Of Living Update: Yearly Marchamo Renewal (registration and basic car insurance)— $213 Yesterday, my husband yelled for me to grab my camera and take a picture of an interesting spider he found on the bed. He was … Continue reading →

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