There are lots of things that I wish were different about Costa Rica. But, to keep it all in perspective, here is a list of the things I do love about this place:
Living in the mountains. Above all, I love the year round moderate temperatures. It can get hot enough to feel great in a pair of shorts and a tank top, and just cold enough to feel cozy in a sweat shirt and jeans. We never need heating or air conditioning, in fact we don't even own a fan. The fresh mountain air is also great for sleeping.
Not needing to have a doctor's prescription for medications saves a lot. I like that when I need something I use, I just go to the pharmacy.
Our vet. Dr. Mariano Villalobos in Puriscal is an excellent veterinarian. He is knowledgeable, professional, and very affordable. (Kitten shots, dogs nails trimmed, and a once over on a cat with a hair loss issue- $30) He has saved our dog's life twice and otherwise lovingly cared for all of our pets.
Our caretaker. Don Orfilio is an exceptional human being. He has looked after our property since before we bought it and has continued with us for three years now. He knows the land and vegetation. He has taught us a lot. Having his help would be much more expensive in the US.
Establos San Rafael. http://www.establosanrafael.com/ This is the stable where my daughter takes riding lessons. We would have been hard pressed to afford lessons of this quality in the US.
Fresh fruits and veggies. These are available all over the world, but just the fact that they are of a tropical variety is exceptional.
Free range meats. We are not vegetarians, and if the saying holds true, "You are what you eat," then I can bet we are "tranquilo."
Watching toucans in a tree while I fold laundry- That's pretty cool.
The first four months of the rainy season. Everything is green and fresh. Mornings are sunny, afternoon rains are hard and short lasting. It's not too muddy. The best though is the way the clouds float around, very enchanting.
The beaches. There is nothing like taking a break on one of the many picturesque beaches of Costa Rica. Our favorite is Manuel Antonio.
The roads. Many people complain about the roads, but the back gravel roads offer an experience beyond any other.
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It all sounds so magical coming from people who have lived in Costa Rica for years.
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