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Date: 4th November 2009
Mario's steakhouse !!!!!
this is so nice you have eating at my dad's restaurant , i live here in miami if you see him tell him Mario Jr post a comment in your blog Pura Vida
From Blog: Back to Blogging on Costa Rica! Hopefully for a while .
Mario's steakhouse !!!!!
this is so nice you have eating at my dad's restaurant , i live here in miami if you see him tell him Mario Jr post a comment in your blog Pura Vida
From Blog: Back to Blogging on Costa Rica! Hopefully for a while .
Date: 9th July 2009
Great Blog Entry
hi Andrew, Shawn and I have been thinking quite a bit about our trip to San Ramon last year, and thinking about a return visit. So I decided to catch up on your blog, which is always an entertaining read. We'll be in touch as we get closer to making travel plans. Glad to hear you're doing well, and please give our best to Preston and Rodrigo. Take care, Mary
From Blog: Update from Paradise
Great Blog Entry
hi Andrew, Shawn and I have been thinking quite a bit about our trip to San Ramon last year, and thinking about a return visit. So I decided to catch up on your blog, which is always an entertaining read. We'll be in touch as we get closer to making travel plans. Glad to hear you're doing well, and please give our best to Preston and Rodrigo. Take care, Mary
From Blog: Update from Paradise
Date: 5th July 2009
Loved your blog site
I'm a female boomer considering moving to Costa Rica. I enjoyed your blog because you are an American who has already moved there. You give a personal vision of what it is like for you living in Costa Rica. I hope to read more -from your perspective. Blessings to you. Thanks for sharing. Sunny
From Blog: Update from Paradise
Loved your blog site
I'm a female boomer considering moving to Costa Rica. I enjoyed your blog because you are an American who has already moved there. You give a personal vision of what it is like for you living in Costa Rica. I hope to read more -from your perspective. Blessings to you. Thanks for sharing. Sunny
From Blog: Update from Paradise
Date: 5th July 2009
Hi Andrew
Hi, Just caught up on your blog and stopped to say hi, hope all is well. Tell Preston hello. Dean
From Blog: Update from Paradise
Hi Andrew
Hi, Just caught up on your blog and stopped to say hi, hope all is well. Tell Preston hello. Dean
From Blog: Update from Paradise
Date: 17th May 2009
Fun dinner party!
It was a great party! Lotza good food, and a fantastic bunch of people. One of the high lights of the past year! Good information on the country also.
From Blog: Rain, Smoke, etc, in Costa Rica
Fun dinner party!
It was a great party! Lotza good food, and a fantastic bunch of people. One of the high lights of the past year! Good information on the country also.
From Blog: Rain, Smoke, etc, in Costa Rica
Date: 17th May 2009
The Kitchen
Wow, seeing those photos of the kitchen brings back some memories for sure. Just thinking of the Christmas eve dinner that we had there with you when we stayed in the B and B over December. Thanks for the blog. Dan Wise
From Blog: Rain, Smoke, etc, in Costa Rica
The Kitchen
Wow, seeing those photos of the kitchen brings back some memories for sure. Just thinking of the Christmas eve dinner that we had there with you when we stayed in the B and B over December. Thanks for the blog. Dan Wise
From Blog: Rain, Smoke, etc, in Costa Rica
Date: 28th March 2008
Andrew, I just read your posts in anticipation of one day moving to CR. Your pics and descriptions match to what we first found on CR at www.costaricahq.org! It pleases me to read that so many former USA'ians love it so much in CR!! Thank you . Can't wait to read more
From Blog: Summer Ramblings
Andrew, I just read your posts in anticipation of one day moving to CR. Your pics and descriptions match to what we first found on CR at www.costaricahq.org! It pleases me to read that so many former USA'ians love it so much in CR!! Thank you . Can't wait to read more
From Blog: Summer Ramblings
Date: 28th December 2007
Congrats on a successful 2007
I wish you the same for '08. Rock On, viejo !
From Blog: The Year-End Review
Congrats on a successful 2007
I wish you the same for '08. Rock On, viejo !
From Blog: The Year-End Review
Date: 25th December 2007
Thanks for the latest writing
Andrew, because you are so busy now, I know its hard to find time for the blog but I enjoy reading it. Thanks for this latest update. Dan, Oak Island, NC (but in Costa Rica at the moment)
From Blog: The Year-End Review
Thanks for the latest writing
Andrew, because you are so busy now, I know its hard to find time for the blog but I enjoy reading it. Thanks for this latest update. Dan, Oak Island, NC (but in Costa Rica at the moment)
From Blog: The Year-End Review
Date: 12th November 2007
these r amazing
your great at all u do from what i read and saw
From Blog: Making T-Shirts in Costa Rica, living it up in the Caribbean and more .
these r amazing
your great at all u do from what i read and saw
From Blog: Making T-Shirts in Costa Rica, living it up in the Caribbean and more .
Date: 24th October 2007
Halo
Just wanted to say hello and thanks for sharing your blog and the exciting things you are doing. Seeing the pictures makes me want to do a return visit-- now! Take care and stay in touch, GG
From Blog: Storms, Getting Away, Internet, and more....
Halo
Just wanted to say hello and thanks for sharing your blog and the exciting things you are doing. Seeing the pictures makes me want to do a return visit-- now! Take care and stay in touch, GG
From Blog: Storms, Getting Away, Internet, and more....
Date: 8th October 2007
Good Hearing From YOU!
Just a note to say hi and that I look forward to your blogs! I would have LOVED that horseback trip! xo Debi
From Blog: Back in the Saddle Again
Good Hearing From YOU!
Just a note to say hi and that I look forward to your blogs! I would have LOVED that horseback trip! xo Debi
From Blog: Back in the Saddle Again
Date: 30th August 2007
Red dirt
That dirt in your pic reminds me of the Red River Valley of North Texas. Is it like that all over or just some places?
From Blog: Random Thoughts in Costa Rica
Red dirt
That dirt in your pic reminds me of the Red River Valley of North Texas. Is it like that all over or just some places?
From Blog: Random Thoughts in Costa Rica
Date: 28th June 2007
Definately a lovely travelers palm
A lovely specimen. You beat me to it, Paul M
From Blog: Wacky Weather isnât for Wimps, beaches, art, and moreâ¦.
Definately a lovely travelers palm
A lovely specimen. You beat me to it, Paul M
From Blog: Wacky Weather isnât for Wimps, beaches, art, and moreâ¦.
Date: 28th June 2007
Love this tree!
I believe the tree you love so much is called a "Travelers Tree" (RAVENALA MADAGASCARIENSIS). We really like the looks of them as well. Pura Vida!
From Blog: Wacky Weather isnât for Wimps, beaches, art, and moreâ¦.
Love this tree!
I believe the tree you love so much is called a "Travelers Tree" (RAVENALA MADAGASCARIENSIS). We really like the looks of them as well. Pura Vida!
From Blog: Wacky Weather isnât for Wimps, beaches, art, and moreâ¦.
Date: 28th June 2007
What is this tree?
Hi Drew, The photo shows Ravenala madagascariensis, commonly known as 'the traveler's palm', which it is a popular landscape item in sub-tropical areas such as Florida. It is not a true palm, rather it's related to the bird of paradise and the banana family. The most distinctive freature is that the leaves all emerge in one plane. Its name derives from the fact that there is a bit of water that can be found in the leaf axils, a boom to a lost, thirsty traveler. There is more pertinent info at this URL: http://www.floridata.com/ref/R/rave_mad.cfm Hope this is useful for you. Cheers! Paul M. Tampa, FL ==
From Blog: Wacky Weather isnât for Wimps, beaches, art, and moreâ¦.
What is this tree?
Hi Drew, The photo shows Ravenala madagascariensis, commonly known as 'the traveler's palm', which it is a popular landscape item in sub-tropical areas such as Florida. It is not a true palm, rather it's related to the bird of paradise and the banana family. The most distinctive freature is that the leaves all emerge in one plane. Its name derives from the fact that there is a bit of water that can be found in the leaf axils, a boom to a lost, thirsty traveler. There is more pertinent info at this URL: http://www.floridata.com/ref/R/rave_mad.cfm Hope this is useful for you. Cheers! Paul M. Tampa, FL ==
From Blog: Wacky Weather isnât for Wimps, beaches, art, and moreâ¦.
Date: 25th June 2007
T-shirts...
Thanks for your comment Mary! The "make your own t-shirts" did not work out so well. However, we are going to have some made. As soon as it's done, Terry or I will let you know! -Andrew
From Blog: Busy June....not so bad rainy season (so far)....
T-shirts...
Thanks for your comment Mary! The "make your own t-shirts" did not work out so well. However, we are going to have some made. As soon as it's done, Terry or I will let you know! -Andrew
From Blog: Busy June....not so bad rainy season (so far)....
Date: 23rd June 2007
Question
I read in one of your blog's that you and a friend were making t-shirts...how did that finally turn out? Do you still have any? I will buy one. I enjoy reading about yours and Terry's adventures. Terry is my husband's cousin. You guys are living the life...we envy you. Our days are the same ...day after day.....So, GOOD FOR YOU! Enjoy!
From Blog: Busy June....not so bad rainy season (so far)....
Question
I read in one of your blog's that you and a friend were making t-shirts...how did that finally turn out? Do you still have any? I will buy one. I enjoy reading about yours and Terry's adventures. Terry is my husband's cousin. You guys are living the life...we envy you. Our days are the same ...day after day.....So, GOOD FOR YOU! Enjoy!
From Blog: Busy June....not so bad rainy season (so far)....
Date: 19th June 2007
Hey You!
Andrew - I miss you! The storm sounded wonderful! As long as everyone is safe.....Bill and I will be out at some point - We talk about a land purchase a lot! xo Debi
From Blog: Storms, Getting Away, Internet, and more....
Hey You!
Andrew - I miss you! The storm sounded wonderful! As long as everyone is safe.....Bill and I will be out at some point - We talk about a land purchase a lot! xo Debi
From Blog: Storms, Getting Away, Internet, and more....
Date: 5th June 2007
Gravel
Just come up the road and see what 36 wagonloads did for Rancho Lobo, or come out to Butterfly Dance and see what 120 wagonloads did there, with a road levelers to curve up the road, then a steam roller to pack it down. I´ve had to put in over 150 concrete drainage pipes there as well. If you do proper ditching, which may involve concrete boxes (cajas de registro) and pipes (alcantarillas) to channel the water at certain places, it should last a good long time. You have to do some calculating on how much a year you should put away for this, and maybe re-do it every 3-4 years, or as needed. See if the neighbors will contribute towards the cost.
From Blog: Mad at Mud!
Gravel
Just come up the road and see what 36 wagonloads did for Rancho Lobo, or come out to Butterfly Dance and see what 120 wagonloads did there, with a road levelers to curve up the road, then a steam roller to pack it down. I´ve had to put in over 150 concrete drainage pipes there as well. If you do proper ditching, which may involve concrete boxes (cajas de registro) and pipes (alcantarillas) to channel the water at certain places, it should last a good long time. You have to do some calculating on how much a year you should put away for this, and maybe re-do it every 3-4 years, or as needed. See if the neighbors will contribute towards the cost.
From Blog: Mad at Mud!
Date: 5th June 2007
Solution to muddy driveway
Hi Andrew - I have just finished building a house in San Carlos (Penas Blancas). I had the same problem with my dirt driveway. I ended up buying about 40 truck loads of river rock. The rocks setteled into the mud and I now have a solid driveway. Hope this helps. Pura Vida
From Blog: Mad at Mud!
Solution to muddy driveway
Hi Andrew - I have just finished building a house in San Carlos (Penas Blancas). I had the same problem with my dirt driveway. I ended up buying about 40 truck loads of river rock. The rocks setteled into the mud and I now have a solid driveway. Hope this helps. Pura Vida
From Blog: Mad at Mud!
Date: 30th May 2007
Sounds like
Sounds like your June is going to be super busy, good luck with everything going on and have a good time!
From Blog: Keeping busy in San Ramon, and beyond .
Sounds like
Sounds like your June is going to be super busy, good luck with everything going on and have a good time!
From Blog: Keeping busy in San Ramon, and beyond .
Date: 6th May 2007
Hotel Manuel Antonio
Ron: Thanks for your comment! I am glad you like my blog. The Hotel Manuel Antonio is Tico-run and it is across the street from the entrance to the National Park and right across the street from the beach. The rooms are simple but very clean and they have good air conditioning. It's about all you need. I highly recommended it! Andrew
From Blog: More Costa Rica Crazy
Hotel Manuel Antonio
Ron: Thanks for your comment! I am glad you like my blog. The Hotel Manuel Antonio is Tico-run and it is across the street from the entrance to the National Park and right across the street from the beach. The rooms are simple but very clean and they have good air conditioning. It's about all you need. I highly recommended it! Andrew
From Blog: More Costa Rica Crazy
Date: 3rd April 2007
Gracious Grecians!
Dave and Marcia are indeed gracious hosts. Dave spent a great deal of time explaining to Jane and I the rationale behind the startling design of their home, the mechanical construction and reasons for it and the many personal touches that make their home so outstanding. They credited their architect, Rodrigo Torres, with highly professional and competent management of the building proccess and making the project a pleasure. The result is a home that features stunning views, spacious living and a sense of architectural accomplishment. Thank them again for us when you see them. Sam and Jane Indianapolis, IN
From Blog: Costa Rica-crazy!
Gracious Grecians!
Dave and Marcia are indeed gracious hosts. Dave spent a great deal of time explaining to Jane and I the rationale behind the startling design of their home, the mechanical construction and reasons for it and the many personal touches that make their home so outstanding. They credited their architect, Rodrigo Torres, with highly professional and competent management of the building proccess and making the project a pleasure. The result is a home that features stunning views, spacious living and a sense of architectural accomplishment. Thank them again for us when you see them. Sam and Jane Indianapolis, IN
From Blog: Costa Rica-crazy!
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Marios!
Hola Mario Jr! You Dad is a great cook. I will tell him. --Andrew
From Blog: Back to Blogging on Costa Rica! Hopefully for a while .