Shopping online for Antarctica…Quite a challenge…
Ulysses dropped off these tangerines. Tom will eat them when they ripen. "Sightings from the Veranda in Costa Rica" Tom took this...
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Costa Rica’s devastation from tropical cyclone Nate with photos….
Although a few trees were lost on the grounds of the villa after Hurricane Nate, the many beautiful plants such as...
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Tom’s haircut in Costa Rica…
Tom before his haircut on Friday. "Sightings from the Veranda in Costa Rica" Yesterday, this pair of Inca Doves landed on the...
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A stunning experience in the yard….Check out these photos!…
This was the first sighting we've had of a Toucan in the yard. Once the downed tree was removed, it opened up...
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Rushing to get to the market today with a short lull in the tropical depression…
Terraced farming in Costa Rica creates a lovely scene. "Sightings from the Veranda in Costa Rica" View from the veranda during the...
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Late post today due to power outage during Costa Rica “red alert” tropical depression…Tropical storm Nate hits Costa Rica…
Although this area on the veranda where we sit most days has a roof over it, the cushions on the furniture are...
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Considerable planning for the upcoming year…Health issue improving…
We had mozzarella balls stuffed meatballs with a sugar-free Italian seasoned tomato sauce with mushrooms for three nights, topped with grated mozzarella...
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What type of security have we experienced at hotels as we’ve traveled the world?…A little bird’s story…
This is the lounge on the veranda where the hummingbird landed after flying into the glass wall behind it. See the story...
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Sorrowful day in Las Vegas Nevada…Our home state of residency…
These appear similar to Begonias in the US which thrive in shady areas. "Sightings from the Veranda in Costa Rica" Colorful sky...
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A new month brings a new perspective…Hello October!…
Cactus plants are scattered throughout Costa Rica, growing prolifically in the tropical climate. "Sightings from the Veranda in Costa Rica" Low-lying morning clouds...
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