Francisco sharpening his machete.

Tranquilo

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December 3rd 2010
Not much to write about. No problems. Calm, sunny mornings. After my 'tilers' were dismissed a few days ago, I relaxed on the hammock and counted five layers of clouds during the sunset. One layer was climbing the hills below me, and the other layers were above me; some near, some far. A towering rain shower was over the Nicoyan Peninsula, to the left of the disappearing sun. For a while, I watche ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Costa Rica » Alajuela » San Ramon

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Costa Rica is a Central American success story: since the late 19th century, only two brief periods of violence have marred its democratic development. Although still a largely agricultural country, it has expanded its economy to include strong techn... ... read more