at the friday farmers market

No trip to the farmer's market in Atenas is complete without a pipa fria for the kids. The vendor slices the coconuts open with a machete when you order them and pokes a straw in. The kids love it!

Adjusting to a new normal

January 26th 2013
We've been in Costa Rica for almost a month and I can happily report that we are adjusting very nicely. Our house is starting to feel more like home now that we've added a few personal touches, the SUV we purchased has proven reliable and comfortable to drive and we're now gearing up for school to start in the next couple of weeks. My husband returned to the States almost two weeks ago ... read more

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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

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