Pull up a chair. Seriously. Want a cup of warm coffee or perhaps a cold beer? This place was never meant to be loud, polished, or in a hurry. Grumpa.ca exists for people who still enjoy a good story, a sharp laugh, and the occasional truth that sneaks up on you when you were only expecting entertainment.
I’m JD. Some folks call me Grumpa. I’ve written well over 700 pieces here over the years, mostly because life keeps handing me material and I keep refusing to shut up about it. The stories range from funny to thoughtful, sometimes both at once, and they usually carry a small lesson tucked inside, like a fortune cookie that swore a little.
This page explains how you can support the site if you choose to, and what you get in return. No guilt. No pressure. Just clarity.
Running a blog is not free, no matter how simple it looks. Hosting, security, backups, themes, and the domain all come with costs. I cover those gladly, but I also believe that if something brings value, laughter, or perspective into your life, it is fair to give readers an option to support it.
That support does not go toward yachts, sports cars, or early retirement. It goes toward keeping this site alive, organized, and worth returning to.
If a story made you laugh, nod, or quietly say “damn, that’s true”, buying me a coffee is a simple way to say thanks.
It is exactly what it sounds like. A small gesture. No subscriptions. No commitments. Just support, one cup at a time.
After years of writing, scrolling through hundreds of posts became a chore for readers and for me. So I did the unglamorous work of going through every piece and sorting them into themed digital books.
Each book is a curated collection of stories that belong together. Humour, tips, reflections, and life lessons are mixed throughout, always in the same voice you know from the blog. These are not filler collections. They are hand-picked and thoughtfully arranged so readers can choose exactly what interests them.
The books are short enough to enjoy without commitment and substantial enough to feel worth your time. They are priced affordably, because good writing should not feel like a luxury item.
Every book contains a mix of:
You can read one in a single sitting or dip in and out. Either way, they are meant to feel familiar, not formal.
Instead of hunting through hundreds of posts, you can now choose what fits your mood or curiosity. From Costa Rica life and travel mishaps to relationships, aging, food, lists, poetry, and a few blush-worthy stories that behave themselves just enough, there is something here for most readers.
New collections are added regularly, and existing ones grow as more stories find their proper home.
Supporting this site is optional. Reading is free. Always has been.
If you choose to buy a coffee or a book, know that it helps keep this corner of the internet running and encourages me to keep writing the kind of stories that do not fit neatly into algorithms or trends.
Thanks for being here. Thanks for reading. And thanks, most of all, for valuing stories that still sound human.
Visit the section About This Blog to learn more about what it entails, the goals, and what you can expect to find in it.
A mix of heartfelt, humorous and honest tales about the bonds that guide us, challenge us and sometimes surprise us with lessons we didn’t even know we needed.
A colourful mix of stories and tips gathered from life in Costa Rica, blending humour, curiosity, and the kind of lessons you only learn under a palm tree.
A collection of poems and poetic tales shaped by life’s quieter moments, its louder lessons, and the strange beauty that hides in plain sight.
A collection for readers who enjoy their stories warm, witty, and a little suggestive. Expect humour, honesty, and moments that remind us why passion still matters.
A collection of life lessons, laughs, and oddly helpful observations, all served in the neat, satisfying rhythm of lists. Perfect for readers who enjoy clarity with a side of cheek.
A collection of stories and all types of information about some of Costa Rica’s most notorious animals, insects and even legends of this beautiful country.
What moving south really looks like, the good, the bad, and the lessons learned.
Life lessons discovered somewhere between the kitchen table and the last sip.
Honest, humorous stories that linger where truth usually lands, selected for her.
Proof that life’s funniest lessons show up uninvited.
Hard-earned wisdom, acquired slightly later than advertised.
The lessons life teaches long before we realize we’re being tested.