Pura Vida

You Might Be an Expat: Comedy Routine With a Serious Punch

First, a disclaimer: this is not meant to offend anyone. If you read this and feel your blood pressure rising,…

8 months ago

The Mango Tree Truth

I have come to a simple conclusion after years of people-watching: we live in the golden age of the participation…

8 months ago

The Scenic Route to Solutions

Life in Costa Rica has a way of slowing you down just enough to notice things you might have missed…

8 months ago

A Bottle of Sunshine with a Bite

Much like when I wrote about Imperial beer, let me make something clear right off the top: I don’t get…

8 months ago

When Kindness Finds You Back

Eddie wasn’t a man you’d notice. That’s not to say he wasn’t worth noticing, he just moved through life without…

8 months ago

The Good, the Bad, and the… Pura Vida

Before I dive in, let me say this: opinions are like belly buttons: everyone's got one, and some are a…

8 months ago

The Pool, the Parade and the Point

Every time I read about mass deportations in the USA or Canada’s not-so-warm welcome to certain newcomers, it feels like…

9 months ago

When the Habit Shines Through

Even those devoted to serving God sometimes need a change of pace, a chance to step away and recharge their…

9 months ago

The Canadian Cost of Living in Costa Rica

You’ve seen the headlines. You’ve read the stories. Pictures of sun-kissed beaches, smiling retirees, jungle views, and slogans like “Live…

9 months ago

Bugs of Paradise

I’ll admit it, bugs are not my thing. Anything that can sneak into my bed, crawl into my shoes, or…

9 months ago