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The Soul of Costa Rica

When I first set foot in Costa Rica, I expected beaches, jungles and toucans. I found them, of course, but…

7 months ago

The Stereotype Syndrome

We live in a world obsessed with labels. Not the simple, practical kind that help you sort laundry or organize…

7 months ago

The Empty Boat: Steering Clear of Anger

Picture yourself drifting on Lake Arenal, the volcano standing tall in the background, a light breeze playing with the ripples…

7 months ago

From Butterflies to Legacy: The Six Stages of Marriage

Marriage is a lot like signing up for a gym membership. At first, you’re excited, motivated, and convinced you’ll have…

7 months ago

Political Stubbornness: A Party’s Blind Spot

Since Stephen Harper, the Conservative Party of Canada has lost four straight federal elections. That is a cold streak even…

7 months ago

Dancing to the Clock’s Rhythm

Every now and then I hear it. Tic-toc, tic-toc. It’s not the wall clock, it’s the one in my head.…

7 months ago

Shaped by the Tide

There is something about watching the waves roll in on a Costa Rican beach that reminds you of how steady…

8 months ago

Poem: No One’s Coming

No one is coming, not today, not tomorrow,No shining knight with answers to borrow.Life won’t pause, life won’t wait,It doesn’t…

8 months ago

Yesterday’s Teacher, Tomorrow’s Guide

Through the years, life has a way of teaching lessons that go beyond words on a page. Some truths strike…

8 months ago

How to Spot a Gringo in the Wild

The other night, over a few cold Imperials with some Tico friends, the conversation turned to spotting gringos. Particularly the…

8 months ago